Slovakia 2 Euro 2022 'Steam Engine' Proof
Additional Information
SKU | SK22-2EURO5 |
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Theme | Stoommachine |
Worth | 2 euro |
Metal | Koper-nikkel-messing |
Country | Slovakia |
Quality | PROOF |
Circulation | 5.000 |
Year | 2022 |
Weight | 8,5 gram |
Diameter | 25,75 |
Category | Special 2 euro coins |
Product Description
Slovakia 2 Euro 2022 'Steam Engine' Proof. It is exactly 300 years ago that the first steam engine was introduced in Slovakia and Europe. This steam engine ensured that the water could be pumped out of the mines. This unique invention made mining operations a lot easier and safer. The steam engine (atmospheric machine) had to be operated by at least 3 people and ran on coal. It was hard work but it made it a lot safer. To commemorate that the first Steam Engine (Atmospheric machine) was put into operation 300 years ago in Slovakia, it has been decided to issue a special 2 Euro coin. This beautiful steam engine is depicted on the face of the coin. Furthermore, the country name 'Slovensko' (Slovakia) is displayed along with the years 1722 - 2022. The quality of the coin is Proof. The mintage of this coin is only 5,000 copies. The coin is supplied with a certificate of authenticity.