The 2012 Malta 2 euro commemorative coin marks the tenth anniversary of the introduction of the euro as a physical currency. Designed by Noel Galea Bason, the national side features a graphic representation of the euro symbol positioned centrally within a stylised numeral ten. This composition reflects the integration of Malta into the European monetary union and the country's transition to the single currency. Surrounding the central motif, the design incorporates the name of the issuing country and the years 2002 and 2012, symbolising the decade of circulation. The reverse side follows the standard European map design common to all euro coins. This issue was produced for general circulation with a total mintage of 670,000 coins.