There are numerous valuable euro coins, but they seem inconspicuous. However, their value can be seen in various details such as the labeling.
Valuable euro coins: This is why false coins are worth a lot of money
If euro coins are minted incorrectly, this can increase their value enormously. Therefore, take a closer look at the coins you receive. On the Internet, such coins are traded on various platforms in three-digit and sometimes even four-digit ranges.
- On some Belgian coins, the initials of the coin designer Luc Luycx “LL” are not included on the value side. This makes these euro coins more valuable. There are also Italian misprints that lack the initials of the artist Laura Cretara.
- The edge of the coin can also be incorrectly punched out on some euro coins, so that the middle part of the coin is slightly offset. This makes the edge appear uneven. In addition, some coin specimens are missing the stars or the ridges on the edge.
- On a few 1 euro coins, parts of the symbol side have been embossed on the value side and vice versa. This mistake can cost you a lot of money.
- Some mints missed the eastern expansion of the European Union in 2007 with the accession of Bulgaria and Romania: instead of an updated map of Europe, the old map of Europe was continued to be used. If you own these coins, you can sell them or keep them in a special coin scrapbook.
Coins from mini-states: It’s worth checking here too
Most collectors pay attention to special coins that are very rare. This also includes coins from European dwarf states. Very sought-after examples come from Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican.
- The 1 euro coin from Monaco with the profile of Prince Albert II from 2007 is interesting. This coin does not contain a mint mark and is therefore worth several hundred euros.
- The 2003 1 euro coin from San Marino contains incorrect minting on the obverse and reverse. The coin is sometimes offered for 100 euros and more. It is a popular example for ambitious coin collectors.
- Errors also crept into the 1 euro coin from the Vatican from 2002. A complete set of coins is offered on sales platforms for several hundred euros.
- If you look closely, you can also see incorrect minting on some 1 euro coins from the Vatican from 2006. The individual coin pieces are very valuable for some collectors who take a closer look at the specimens and evaluate the coins.
- It may well be worth taking a look at the 1 euro coins from the Vatican from 2018. These coins are rare and therefore very sought after.