Greek mythology in popular culture existing Greek mythological figures such as Zeus into their coinage in places like Phrygia, in order to "augment the fame" of the locality, while "creating a stronger civil identity" without "advertising" the imposition of Roman culture. In modern times, the initial Greek 2 Euro coin featured the myth of Zeus and Europa, and sought to connect the new Europe through Western history to the ancient culture of Greece. As of December 2012, the European Central Bank as plans to incorporate Greek mythological figures into the designs used on its bank notes. The medical profession is symbolized by the snake--entwined staff
Dutch euro coins Royal Dutch Mint presented the new design to the public on 31 October 2013 and began releasing them into circulation in early 2014.(see ). Production of the new coins commenced on 22 January 2014. The first coins were released into circulation the next day. Dutch euro coins Dutch euro coins currently use two designs by Erwin Olaf, both of which feature a portrait of King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands. The new designs began circulating in 2014. Dutch Euro coins minted from 1999 to 2013 feature a portrait of Queen Beatrix designed by Bruno Ninaber van Eyben. All coins share the