The €2 coin “10 Years of Euro Banknotes and Coins 2012” in proof quality is available exclusively in this set. The official Italy 2012 proof set contains the complete denomination series from 1 cent to €2 in proof quality, the €2 “10 Years of Euro Banknotes and Coins” (only in this set) and the silver €5 “500 Years of the Sistine Chapel” (only in this set). The theme of the €2 issue commemorates a decade of euro cash in everyday life, while the silver coin refers to a Renaissance masterpiece and its legacy for European art.
Country: Italy • Year: 2012 • Quality: Proof • Contents: 1c–€2 (Proof) + €2 “10 Years of Euro Banknotes and Coins 2012” (Proof – only in this set) + €5 “500 Years of the Sistine Chapel” (Proof – only in this set) • Silver coin: Ag 925/1000, 18.00 g, 32 mm • Mintage: 5,500 pieces.
