The Symphony Set (Lastufka Collection)
2002, Ireland, Bi-metallic Harp
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
IRELAND - REPUBLIC |
| Item Description: |
2E 2002 |
| Full Grade: |
NGC MS 65 |
| Owner: |
Lastufka Collection |
Owner Comments:
Ireland - 2 Euro - 2002
Composition: Bi-metallic
Diameter: 25.7mm
Mintage: 90,548,166
Obverse: A beautiful harp surrounded by "Eire" (which is Irish for "Ireland") and the date, 2002. This was the first year of issue for this design. Harps were independently invented and developed throughout history, with some early depictions going back as far as 400 BC by the Egyptians. Designed by Jarlath Hayes.
Reverse: A map of Ireland with the denomination, two euros. Designed by Luc Luycx.
This design was used from 2002 through 2006.