2 Euro - Beatrix - Erasmus (2011)
Features
| Denomination | 2 Euro |
| Catalog Number | KM# 298 |
| Weight (g) | 8.5 |
| Diameter (mm) | 25.75 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.2 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bi-metallic Nickel-Brass plated Nickel center in Copper-Nickel ring |
| Magnetic | |
| Currency Value (USD) | 2.09 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative |
Obverse
Engraved by D. Shields
Lettering:
Beatrix Koningin der Nederlanden
2011
Description:
The 500th anniversary of the publication of the world-famous book "Laus Stultitiae" by the Dutch philosopher, humanist and theologian Desiderius Erasmus.
Erasmus writing his book on the right and the effigy of Queen Beatrix to the left. The two images are separated by the vertical inscription "Beatrix Koningin der Nederlanden". The year "2011", the Mint master’s mark and the mintmark are positioned horizontally near the centre of the coin. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union.
Beatrix Koningin der Nederlanden
2011
Description:
The 500th anniversary of the publication of the world-famous book "Laus Stultitiae" by the Dutch philosopher, humanist and theologian Desiderius Erasmus.
Erasmus writing his book on the right and the effigy of Queen Beatrix to the left. The two images are separated by the vertical inscription "Beatrix Koningin der Nederlanden". The year "2011", the Mint master’s mark and the mintmark are positioned horizontally near the centre of the coin. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union.
Reverse
Engraved by Luc Luycx
Lettering:
2 EURO LL
2 EURO LL
Edge
Lettering:
GOD * ZIJ * MET * ONS *
Description:
Milled with inscription.
GOD * ZIJ * MET * ONS *
Description:
Milled with inscription.
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 3,988,000 | Common | |
| 2011 | 10,000 | In sets only | Unknown |
| 2011 | 7,000 | Proof | Not Common |