Features a globe with the € symbol surrounded by symbols of modern European life: buildings, a wind turbine, a ship, a train and other infrastructure. Inscriptions: “BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND” on the outer ring and dates “2002–2012” at the bottom. Mint mark “D” visible near the date.
Reverse (standard EU side) — features the numeral “2 EURO” with the EU map and 12 stars.
This coin marks the 10th anniversary of euro banknotes and coins entering circulation on 1 January 2002. The shared design — used by all eurozone countries in 2012 — depicts everyday European life powered by the euro economy: transport, energy, housing and trade radiating from a central globe with the euro symbol. Germany’s version carries “Bundesrepublik Deutschland” on the outer ring.