The 2023 Vatican City 2 euro commemorative coin honours the 150th anniversary of the death of the renowned Italian poet and novelist Alessandro Manzoni. The national side features a portrait of the writer, capturing his likeness as he is traditionally remembered in literary history. Manzoni remains a central figure in Italian culture, best known for his masterpiece The Betrothed, which played a significant role in the development of the modern Italian language. By commemorating this influential intellectual, Vatican City highlights its deep historical and cultural ties to Italian literature and the broader European heritage. The design reflects the solemnity and intellectual legacy of a man whose work continues to be studied and celebrated across the continent. This commemorative coin was issued in 2023 with a mintage of 67,000 pieces.