This commemorative coin remains very common: 20,000,000 examples are in circulation. As always, the value of 2-euro coins depends primarily on their condition, and that is what Proof quality commands. The BU and Proof versions, at 15,000 examples each, command higher prices.

20,030,000 coins in total: 20,000,000 for circulation, 15,000 in BU, and 15,000 in Proof. The figure of 8,000 sometimes cited includes the Mint State rolls of 25 coins sold by the Monnaie de Paris.

A coin struck with new, polished dies, among the first to emerge from the tooling, and never put into circulation. It retains the brilliance and sharpness of the strike, without the scratches of a pocket coin.

Yes, it has legal tender status throughout the Eurozone. But once in circulation, it loses its Mint State condition, which is its main appeal for a collector.

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.