The 2019 Vatican City 2 euro commemorative coin marks the 90th anniversary of the foundation of the Vatican City State. The national side of the coin features a portrait of Pope Francis alongside a detailed depiction of the Governor's Palace within the Vatican gardens. This architectural landmark serves as a symbol of the administrative heart of the state, established following the signing of the Lateran Treaty in 1929. By commemorating this historic milestone, the design honours the sovereignty and independence of the world's smallest internationally recognised state. The inscription 'STATO DELLA CITTÀ DEL VATICANO' encircles the upper portion of the design, reflecting the enduring legacy of the Holy See. This issue was released in a standard circulation format with a mintage of 69,000 coins.