2€ Euro Greece 2016 – Holocaust of Arkadi Monastery, Colored

The 2 euro commemorative coin issued by the Bank of Greece in 2016 honors the 150th anniversary of the Holocaust of Arkadi Monastery in Crete, a significant event in Greek history.

The coin’s design features the Arkadi Monastery with the words “ARKADI MONASTERY” engraved in the center. Around the inner edge, on the left, the words “HELLENIC REPUBLIC” are inscribed.

On the upper right, the year of issue “2016” is displayed, while below the central inscription, a palmette, the emblem of the Greek Mint, is depicted. In the lower right part of the design, the monogram of the artist George Stamatopoulos appears. The outer ring of the coin displays the 12 stars of the European flag.

This collectible coin is unique and rare, as the number of coins issued is limited to 750,000. This collectible coin is an essential piece for any coin collection, especially for those interested in Greek history and the history of Crete.