The Luxembourg 2004 standard 2 euro coin features the effigy of His Royal Highness Grand Duke Henri, representing the constitutional monarchy that serves as a cornerstone of the nation’s identity. Designed by Yvette Gastauer-Claire, the portrait captures the Grand Duke in profile, facing towards the right, and is encircled by the twelve stars of the European Union. This design reflects the continuity and stability of the Luxembourgish state, with the royal portrait serving as a symbol of national sovereignty and unity. The inscription 'LËTZEBUERG' appears alongside the year of issue, grounding the currency in the country's linguistic heritage and its place within the Eurozone. This standard circulation coin was issued in 2004 with a mintage of 7,553,200 pieces.