The Belgian 2 euro coin features a consistent national design that serves as a symbol of the nation’s constitutional monarchy. At the centre of the coin, the effigy of King Albert II is depicted in profile, facing towards the left. Encircling the royal portrait are the twelve stars of the European Union, representing the unity and shared values of the member states. To the right of the monarch’s image, the royal monogram is displayed, accompanied by the letters BE, which denote the country of origin. This standard circulation issue maintains the established heraldic and monarchical traditions of Belgium, reflecting the country's historical continuity within the Eurozone. This coin was minted in 2004 with a total mintage of 43,976,988 pieces.