can be worth up to 26,000 euros

It seems that cash is no longer a priority, since the world of ‘contactless’ has modified the payment method. However, it is very important to have metallic money, in fact this is one of the latest warnings from the European Central Bank (ECB). Have money in hand can help you in case of crisis or emergencies, or even, give you greater joy if one of those bills or coins arouses the interest of collectors. Therefore, you always have to pay close attention to what you keep in your wallet.

Right now, everyone is talking about a Cypriot 2 euro coin that is revolutionizing trading platforms. There are advertisements that have reached up to 26,000 euros for a 2012 copy, while others corresponding to different years can be found for more than 1,400 euros.

This is the sought-after 2 euro coin from Cyprus

All two euro coins are characterized by being a bimetallic piece with a nickel core covered in nickel-brass and a cupro-nickel ring. With a 2.2mm thicknessthe coin measures 25.75 millimeters in diameter and weighs 8.5 grams. On the national side of the coin is represented lThe silhouette of Cyprus and the European Commission building in Brussels. A globe also appears that confirms the Cypriot country as a fundamental part of the creation, development and commitment to peace in the European Union.

On the national side you can also read the phrase in Greek ’20 ΧΡΟΝΙΑ ΑΠΟ ΤΗΝ ΕΝΤΑΞΗ ΤΗΣ ΚΥΠΡΟΥ ΣΤΗΝ ΕΥΡΩΠΑΪΚΗ ‘ (20 years since Cyprus joined the European Union), as well as the years of accession (2004-2024). Although this edition was born for a format proof and it may be unlikely to be found outside of numismatic pieces. However, it never hurts to watch your pockets.

You just need to take a look at platforms like Ebay or Wallapop to see how valued the currency is. many of them exceed 1000 euros and the price It depends above all on the edition, as well as the state of conservation or presentation. The importance increases knowing that only 7,000 units of these coins have been distributed and Its original price is 20 euros.