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The 2 euro coin was issued by Finland in 2005 to commemorate two anniversaries: the 60th anniversary of the United Nations and the 50th anniversary of Finland's accession to the UN. The circulation emphasizes the country's commitment to the values of international law and peace.
Obverse
The standard obverse of the 2 euro coins depicts a map of the EU against a background of horizontal lines, surrounded by 12 stars of the European Union. The Finnish mint mark is present. The year of minting is 2005.
Reverse
The reverse depicts the dove of peace — the symbol of the UN — against the background of a globe. The inscription "SUOMI FINLAND" and the abbreviation "YK 60 VUOTTA" denote the 60th anniversary of the United Nations. The 12 stars of the EU and the year "2005" are placed around the circle.
Historical context
The UN was founded on 24 October 1945 after the end of World War II to maintain international peace and security. Finland joined the organization on 14 December 1955. By 2005, the UN had 191 member states and remained the main forum for global diplomacy and humanitarian action.