The French 2 euro coin features a design by the artist Joaquin Jimenez, which has served as the national side for all standard circulation coins since the introduction of the euro in France. The motif depicts a stylised Tree of Life, representing growth, stability, and the continuity of the French Republic. This central image is enclosed within a hexagon, a geometric shape that symbolises the borders of mainland France. The design is framed by the motto of the French Republic, Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité, alongside the twelve stars of the European Union. These symbols reflect the core values and national identity of the country within the broader European framework. This standard circulation coin was issued in 2006.