2016 Greece 2 Euro Commemorative

The 2016 Greek 2 Euro coin features an intricate engraving of the ancient Acropolis, a structure that's outlasted empires and, unfortunately, a few bad souvenirs.

That design, struck at the Athens mint, draws from classical Greek motifs to commemorate the country's archaeological heritage, without the usual embellishments collectors crave. It's bimetallic, with a copper-nickel ring and center, and the edge inscription reads "ΕΛΛΑΔΑ" followed by the year.

We don't know the exact mintage figures; records from that period are spotty, as is common with Euro issues. What we do have is a coin that's circulated widely, showing up in change across Europe.

As for myths, let's just say not every piece is a lost artifact from Plato's academy.