With 14,971,010 coins in circulation quality, this coin will not increase in value: it remains easy to find. An UNC example like this one sells for the price of a common commemorative coin. The BU (25,000) and Proof (3,990) versions are much more limited and command higher prices.

15,000,000 examples in total: 14,971,010 in standard quality, 25,000 in BU, and 3,990 in Proof. Only the BU and Proof are limited mintages; the standard quality is what was put into circulation.

Yes, it has legal tender status throughout the Eurozone, like any commemorative 2-Euro coin. However, once in circulation, it loses its uncirculated condition, which is its main appeal for a collector. It's better to keep it in a capsule and spend an ordinary coin.

On the national side, read REPUBBLICA ITALIANA at the top and 2002 2012 at the bottom, with the letter R on the right. The edge bears "2 ★" six times. Other countries have the same design, but their own name: BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND for Germany, for example.

In a numismatic sleeve, with individual protection, in a neutral package without mention of the contents.

Yes. 14-day returns.

Yes. Modern, inexpensive, and it fits into the France series that you can complete at your own pace.