The 2022 Vatican City 2 euro commemorative coin marks the 125th anniversary of the birth of Pope Paul VI. The national side features a detailed portrait of the pontiff, capturing his likeness in profile. This design honours his significant influence on the Catholic Church and his role in guiding the institution through the transformative years of the Second Vatican Council. By commemorating his birth, the Vatican highlights a leader whose papacy was defined by his commitment to international diplomacy and social justice. The reverse side retains the standard European map design common to all euro coins, symbolising the unity of the continent. This issue was released in a standard circulation format with a total mintage of 60,000 coins for the year 2022.