The 2024 Vatican City 2 euro commemorative coin honours the 750th anniversary of the death of Saint Thomas Aquinas, a foundational figure in Western philosophy and theology. The national side features a portrait of the saint holding a book and a quill, symbols of his extensive intellectual contributions and his role as a Doctor of the Church. His scholarly legacy remains deeply embedded in the academic and religious traditions of the Vatican. The composition reflects the profound influence of his scholastic method, which sought to reconcile faith with reason. Surrounding the central figure are the name of the saint and the issuing state, Vatican City, inscribed in the characteristic style of the Holy See’s numismatic issues. This issue was minted in 2024 with a mintage of 67,000 pieces.