The Cyprus 2009 Economic and Monetary Union 2 euro commemorative coin celebrates the tenth anniversary of the European Economic and Monetary Union. The national side features a primitive, stylized human figure whose arm extends into the symbol of the euro. This design, created by George Stamatopoulos, represents the transition of Europe from ancient trade to the modern integrated economy of the eurozone. By incorporating this motif, the coin symbolises the historical evolution of economic cooperation and the shared future of the European Union member states. The imagery reflects the foundational principles of the single currency and its role in fostering unity across the continent. This coin was issued in 2009 with a mintage of 965,000 pieces.