The French 2022 2 euro commemorative coin celebrates the 35th anniversary of the Erasmus Programme, a landmark initiative fostering academic and professional exchange across Europe. At the centre of the design, a stylised portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam is depicted, inspired by the famous painting by Hans Holbein the Younger. The scholar is shown in profile, surrounded by a complex web of interconnected lines representing the thousands of student exchanges that have taken place since the programme's inception in 1987. This intricate network symbolises the intellectual bonds and cultural integration that define the European Union. The design reflects France's enduring commitment to education and cross-border cooperation. This commemorative coin was issued in 2022 with a total mintage of 7,500,000 pieces.