The Greece 2003 2 euro standard circulation coin depicts a classic scene from ancient mythology on its national side. The motif illustrates the abduction of Europa by Zeus, who transformed into a bull to carry her away, a figure derived from a third-century mosaic in Sparta. This ancient myth gave the European continent its name, underscoring the foundational role of Hellenic culture in European history. Surrounding the central composition, twelve stars encircle the design alongside the national name written in Greek script. Modern coinage from Greece frequently draws upon such classical imagery to highlight the nation's profound historical legacy. Issued in 2003, this standard circulation coin has a mintage of 550,000.