The standard 2 euro circulation coin from Monaco features the official portrait of Prince Albert II, the reigning monarch of the Principality. This design serves as a symbol of the enduring Grimaldi dynasty, which has governed the state for centuries. The profile of the Prince is rendered in a classic numismatic style, reflecting the constitutional role of the sovereign within the Monegasque state. Surrounding the portrait is the inscription 'MONACO' and the year of issue, framed by the traditional twelve stars of the European Union. This design is a permanent fixture of the national side of Monaco's coinage, representing the continuity of the principality's history and its unique political identity. The 2017 issue was produced with a mintage of 1,383,528 coins.