The 2013 Greece 2 euro commemorative coin celebrates the centenary of the union of Crete with Greece. The design features a decorative pattern inspired by ancient Minoan frescoes, framing a central depiction of a map of Crete alongside a stylized representation of the island's historical connection to the Greek mainland. This imagery honours the 1913 Treaty of London and the subsequent Treaty of Athens, which formalised the island's incorporation into the Greek state following the Balkan Wars. By highlighting this pivotal moment in the unification of modern Greece, the coin reflects the national significance of the Cretan struggle for independence and the eventual consolidation of the country's contemporary borders. This issue was minted in 2013 with a total mintage of 750,000 pieces.