The French 2 euro standard circulation coin features a design by Joaquin Jimenez that has become an iconic symbol of the nation's currency. At the centre of the national side sits a stylised Tree of Life, enclosed within a hexagon representing the geographical shape of France. This motif is encircled by the national motto, Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité, which encapsulates the core values of the French Republic established during the Revolution. The tree’s roots and branches are intertwined with the letters of the motto, symbolising the growth and enduring strength of the country’s democratic ideals. Surrounding the central design are the twelve stars of the European Union, reflecting France's integral role in the continent's political and economic integration. This coin was issued in 2011 with a mintage of 36,024,000 pieces.