The Irish 2 euro coin features a design that reflects the nation's cultural heritage and identity within the eurozone. The national side displays the traditional Celtic harp, an ancient symbol of Ireland that has appeared on the country's coinage for centuries. This emblem is depicted alongside the name of the country in Irish, 'Éire', and the year of issue. The harp represents the lyrical and historical spirit of the Irish people, serving as a formal state emblem that connects modern economic life to a long-standing Gaelic tradition. This standard circulation coin is available in a standard format. The total mintage for this 2009 issue is 1,010,000 pieces.