The Belgian 2 euro standard circulation coin features the effigy of King Albert II, who served as the country's monarch from 1993 until his abdication in 2013. Designed by Jan Alfons Keustermans, the profile portrait is encircled by the twelve stars of the European Union, representing the unity and shared values of the member states. To the right of the royal portrait, the royal monogram is displayed alongside the country code BE and the year of issue. This design reflects the constitutional role of the monarchy within the Belgian state, serving as a symbol of national continuity and identity. The coin was issued in 2013 with a mintage of 24,600 pieces.