The 2013 Vatican City 2 euro commemorative coin marks the Sede Vacante, the period when the Holy See is vacant following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. The national side features the coat of arms of the Cardinal Camerlengo, who oversees the administration of the Apostolic Camera during this interim period, positioned above the emblem of the Apostolic Camera. Encircling these central elements is the inscription 'SEDE VACANTE' and the year of issue, with the name of the issuing state 'CITTA' DEL VATICANO' displayed along the lower edge. This design reflects the constitutional transition within the Vatican state during the interregnum before the election of a new pontiff. This coin was issued in 2013 with a mintage of 125,000 pieces.