2 Euro - First Electives (2011)
Features
| Denomination | 2 Euro |
| Catalog Number | KM# 144 |
| 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) | 2.18 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative |
Obverse
Lettering:
MALTA - First elected representatives 1849
2011
Description:
Constitutional history – first election of representatives in 1849.
Hand inserting a ballot paper into the ballot box to commemorate the election in 1849 of the first Maltese representatives to the Council of Government advising the British Governor of Malta, which had been a British colony since the Treaty of Paris of 1814. The upper right outer edge of the inner part of the coin bears the words “MALTA – First elected representatives 1849”. The 12 stars of the European Union are depicted on the outer ring of the coin.
MALTA - First elected representatives 1849
2011
Description:
Constitutional history – first election of representatives in 1849.
Hand inserting a ballot paper into the ballot box to commemorate the election in 1849 of the first Maltese representatives to the Council of Government advising the British Governor of Malta, which had been a British colony since the Treaty of Paris of 1814. The upper right outer edge of the inner part of the coin bears the words “MALTA – First elected representatives 1849”. The 12 stars of the European Union are depicted on the outer ring of the coin.
Reverse
Engraved by Luc Luycx
Lettering:
2 EURO LL
2 EURO LL
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 375,000 | Common | |
| 2011 | 50,000 | In sets only | Common |
| 2011 | 5,000 | Proof | Common |