The Malta 2014 50 Years of Independence 2 euro commemorative coin celebrates the half-century milestone since the nation gained its sovereignty from the United Kingdom in 1964. The national side features a detail of the bronze monument commemorating Independence, which was sculpted by Gianni Bonnici. This iconic statue depicts a female figure representing Malta, who is shown holding the national flag. The design serves as a poignant reminder of the country’s transition to a self-governing state and its subsequent journey as a sovereign member of the international community. Surrounding the central motif are the text 'MALTA – Independence 1964' and the year 2014. This issue was released in a standard circulation format with a total mintage of 400,000 coins.