Moneta Città del Vaticano 150 years since the death of Alessandro Manzoni - 2 Euros Commemorative. BE 2023

2 Euros Commemorative BE VATICAN 2023

Bi-metallic (nickel silver centre - cupronickel ring) - 8 5 g - 25 75 mm in diameter - 2 20 mm thick.

Issued in 9,500 copies - Quality Proof  
Delivered in a capsule case with cerificat

Theme: 150th birthday of Alessandro Manzoni

2023 marks the 150th anniversary of the death of Alessandro Manzoni, one of the most important writers in Italian literature. The Vatican State Mint is celebrating this anniversary by issuing a bi-metallic 2 euro coin (in both BU and BE versions). The €2 coin is designed by artist Gabriella Titotto and depicts Manzoni's portrait in the centre, with his signature underneath; on the right, behind the inkwell and quill, are the first words of his famous historical novel "I Promessi Sposi" (The Betrothed). On the left, a laurel branch testifies to the enduring fame of the great writer. 

Edge: striated and inscribed with a 2 followed by two stars, repeated six times, alternating right side up and down.