The Greek 2 euro standard circulation coin features a design inspired by a mosaic discovered in Sparta, dating back to the third century AD. This intricate artwork depicts the abduction of Europa by Zeus, who had transformed himself into a bull to carry her across the sea to Crete. The mythological scene serves as a profound link between modern Greece and the ancient foundations of European culture, symbolising the continent's namesake and the historical continuity of Hellenic heritage. Surrounding the central motif are the twelve stars of the European Union, integrated alongside the denomination and the national identification. This standard issue was minted in 2014. The coin is also available in a brilliant uncirculated set.