Depicts the Church and Monastery of San Esteban of the Dominican Order with the Christopher Columbus monument in front of it. In the upper right corner, the inscription "SALAMANCA" marks the theme, with the mint mark of the Spanish Royal Mint (the crowned "M") located just below it. At the bottom edge, the issuing country "ESPAÑA" and the year "2025" are inscribed. The outer ring contains the twelve stars of the European Union.

The Church and Monastery of San Esteban, located in Salamanca, Spain, is a remarkable architectural and historical landmark belonging to the Dominican Order. Constructed between the 16th and 17th centuries, it is a prime example of the Spanish Plateresque and Baroque styles. The monastery is known for its intricate façade, adorned with detailed carvings depicting the martyrdom of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. Inside, the church features a grand altarpiece by José Benito de Churriguera, as well as beautiful cloisters that reflect the monastic life of the Dominicans. Historically, the monastery played a significant role in theological education and was visited by Christopher Columbus while seeking support for his voyages. Today, it stands as a symbol of Salamanca's rich religious and cultural heritage.

In front of the Church and Monastery of San Esteban in Salamanca stands an impressive monument dedicated to Christopher Columbus. This statue commemorates the explorer’s historic visit to the monastery, where he sought the support of the Dominicans for his plans to discover a new route to the Indies. The monument serves as a reminder of the pivotal role the monastery played in the Age of Exploration, symbolizing the intersection of faith, knowledge, and adventure. Positioned against the backdrop of the monastery’s intricate façade, the monument enhances the historical and cultural significance of the site.

A geographical map of Western Europe spans the outer ring and inner core on the right side of the coin. The inscription 2 EURO is superimposed over the map of Europe, with the numeral “2” located in an open field representing the eastern Atlantic Ocean.

12 stars are located on the right side of the outer ring, with six stars atop the map of Europe and six stars below it; six vertical stripes cut across the inner core of the coin, visually connecting the upper and lower star segments.

Luc Luycx, a designer at the Royal Belgian Mint, designed the Euro’s common reverse; his initials, LL, are seen on the right side of the design, just under the “O” in “EURO.”

The sequence "2 ★ ★" repeated six times alternately upright and inverted