2 euro colored coin 2014 Italy – 450th anniversary of the birth of Galileo Galilei

Galileo Galilei was an Italian physicist, philosopher, astronomer and mathematician considered the father of modern science. His name is associated with an important contribution to dynamics and astronomy, associated with the improvement of the telescope, which allowed him to carry out important astronomical observations, in addition to the introduction of the scientific method. Also of paramount importance was his role in the astronomical revolution, which supported the heliocentric system and the Copernican theory.

Denomination: 2 €

Country: Italy

Year: 2015

Diameter: 25.75mm

Weight: 8.5g

Alloy: CuNi

Quality: UNC