The 2016 Malta 2 euro commemorative coin honours the Ggantija temples, a significant UNESCO World Heritage site located on the island of Gozo. The design features a detailed representation of these prehistoric megalithic structures, which date back to between 3600 and 3200 BC, making them among the oldest free-standing stone buildings in the world. By depicting these ancient ruins, the coin highlights Malta’s profound archaeological importance and its status as a cradle of Mediterranean civilisation. The intricate stonework shown on the reverse side reflects the architectural ingenuity of the Neolithic inhabitants of the Maltese archipelago. This commemorative issue was produced by the French Mint. The mintage for this 2016 issue is 30,000 coins.