The 2023 Croatia standard 2 euro coin features the iconic national design that reflects the country's historical identity and cultural heritage. At the centre of the national side, the stylised marten, a traditional symbol of the region, stands facing right. This animal has historical significance in Croatian commerce, as its pelt was once used as a form of currency in the Middle Ages. The design is framed by the distinctive Croatian chequerboard pattern, a prominent national emblem known as the sahovnica. Encircling the central motif are the name of the issuing country and the year of production, set against the standard European map background on the common side. This circulation issue was produced with a mintage of 79,337,950 coins in 2023.