The French 2 euro coin features a design that has become a symbol of the nation's integration into the European monetary union. On the national side, the coin depicts the iconic Tree of Life, enclosed within a hexagon representing the geographical shape of France. This motif is framed by the motto 'Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité' and the twelve stars of the European Union, illustrating the country's commitment to the core values of the Republic alongside its European identity. The design was created by the artist Joaquin Jimenez and serves as the standard national emblem for all French euro coins of this denomination. This specific issue was minted in 2003.