The Italian 2 euro coin features a design by Maria Angela Cassol that celebrates the nation's rich cultural heritage. Centred on the national side is a portrait of Dante Alighieri, the celebrated Italian poet and author of the Divine Comedy. This iconic image is derived from the work of Raphael, specifically the fresco found within the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican. Surrounding the portrait are the letters RI, representing the Repubblica Italiana, along with the year of issue and the mint mark of the Rome Mint. The design serves as a tribute to Italy's profound influence on literature and European history. This standard circulation coin was issued in 2024.