The Spanish 2 euro coin features the portrait of King Juan Carlos I, representing the constitutional monarchy that has defined the nation since the transition to democracy. Designed by Luis José Díaz, the obverse displays the monarch in profile, facing left, symbolising the continuity of the Spanish state. To the left of the portrait, the name of the country, ESPAÑA, is inscribed alongside the year of issue, while the twelve stars of the European Union encircle the design on the outer ring. This standard national side reflects Spain’s integration into the eurozone and its commitment to the European project. The coin was issued in 2008 with a mintage of 19,456,940 pieces.