The Monaco 2 euro standard circulation coin features the official portrait of Prince Rainier III, who served as the Sovereign Prince of Monaco for over five decades. This design reflects the deep-rooted constitutional monarchy of the principality, symbolising the continuity and stability of the Grimaldi dynasty. Surrounding the profile of the Prince, the inscription 'MONACO' is clearly displayed alongside the year of issue and the twelve stars of the European Union. By depicting the head of state, the coin serves as a formal representation of Monegasque sovereignty within the Eurozone. The reverse side follows the standard European map design common to all euro coins of this denomination. This standard issue coin was minted in 2001 with a total mintage of 923,476 pieces.