The 2014 Greece 2 euro commemorative coin honours the 150th anniversary of the union of the Ionian Islands with Greece. The national side features a central star-shaped design, which incorporates the emblem of the Ionian Islands. Surrounding this central motif are the names of the individual islands that comprise the archipelago, reflecting their historical significance and eventual integration into the Greek state. This design commemorates the diplomatic achievement in 1864 when the islands were transferred from British protection to the Kingdom of Greece, a pivotal moment in the expansion and consolidation of the modern Greek nation. The coin is available in standard circulation format. This issue was minted in 2014 with a total mintage of 750,000 pieces.