The Vatican City 2010 Year of the Priest 2 euro commemorative coin honours the special ecclesiastical year proclaimed by Pope Benedict XVI to mark the 150th anniversary of the death of Saint John Vianney, the patron saint of parish priests. The national side of the coin features a striking depiction of a shepherd rescuing a lamb from the jaws of a lion, symbolising the spiritual guidance and protection provided by the clergy to their flock. This imagery reflects the deep-rooted theological traditions of the Holy See and its commitment to pastoral care. Surrounding the central motif are the inscriptions indicating the theme of the year and the issuing authority. The coin was minted in 2010 with a total mintage of 100,000 pieces.