The Spain 2005 Don Quixote 2 euro commemorative coin celebrates the 400th anniversary of the first edition of Miguel de Cervantes’ literary masterpiece, Don Quixote de la Mancha. The national side features a depiction of the iconic knight-errant, Don Quixote, holding a lance with windmills visible in the background. This imagery references the most famous episode of the novel, symbolising the enduring influence of Spanish literature on global culture. By honouring this quintessential figure of Spanish identity, the design pays tribute to the legacy of Cervantes and his contribution to the development of the modern novel. The coin was issued in 2005 with a total mintage of 8,000,000 pieces.