Euro 2 Cent
OriginEuropean Union
First Minted2002
MaterialCopper
TypeCoin
About Euro 2 Cent
The 2 euro cent coin features a grooved edge with a fine ridge pattern. Made of copper covered steel. Over 12 billion have been minted. The German 2 cent features an oak branch. The French coin features the Sower. The smallest euro coins are controversial due to low purchasing power. The 2 cent coin is gradually disappearing from circulation in countries that round transactions.
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