The Spanish 2 euro coin features a portrait of King Juan Carlos I of Spain on its national side. This design serves as the standard definitive motif for the denomination, representing the constitutional monarchy that has defined the Spanish state since the transition to democracy. The profile of the monarch is accompanied by the name of the country, the year of issue, and the twelve stars of the European Union arranged around the outer ring. By depicting the head of state, the coin reflects the continuity of the Spanish royal house within the broader framework of the Eurozone. This standard circulation issue was minted in 2004 with a total mintage of 4,100,000 coins.