Each country can issue two commemorative coins per year. These coins have the same characteristics and the same properties as the current 2 euro coins, and their respective common sides are identical. The only difference is the commemorative design illustrating their national side. Only the 2 euro coin can be the subject of a commemorative issue.

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Commemorative coins are legal tender throughout the euro area. This means that they can be used - and must be accepted - like any other euro coin.

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In general, these coins commemorate a historical event or are dedicated to a current event of great historical significance. The first commemorative 2 euro coin was issued in 2004 by Greece to commemorate the Olympic Games in Athens.

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The design and issuance of coins is the responsibility of the countries of the euro zone. The ECB must approve the maximum volume of current coins and commemorative coins that each euro area country can issue.