Obverse: The national side of the coin depicts one of the best-known works by Finnish architects Raili and Reima Pietilä – the “Dipoli” building, today part of Aalto University. The building’s flowing, organic lines reflect the close relationship between architecture and the natural environment that characterises the Pietiläs’ work. The composition also includes a stylised tree. At the top is the inscription “RAILI REIMA PIETILÄ”; on the left are the initials “FI” for Finland, the year of issue “2026” and a caduceus – the mintmark of the Royal Dutch Mint. On the right appears the initial “R” of the coin’s designer, Pekka Rytkönen. Twelve stars of the European Union are arranged around the outer ring.
Reverse: The reverse features the standard common-side design of the 2 euro coin. The denomination “2” is prominently displayed on the left, with the inscription “EURO” beside it, while a map of Europe appears in the background. The composition is completed by vertical lines and twelve stars of the European Union. The common-side design of the euro coins was created by Luc Luycx.
About the coin: The 2026 Finnish €2 commemorative coin is dedicated to prominent Finnish architects Raili (1926–2021) and Reima (1923–1993) Pietilä, whose work became an important part of 20th-century Finnish modern architecture. The issue also coincides with the 100th anniversary of Raili Pietilä’s birth. Their architecture is characterised by a close relationship with nature – their buildings were designed with consideration for the landscape, vegetation, climate and local materials, allowing the architecture to blend organically into its surroundings. Among their best-known works are “Dipoli”, Kaleva Church in Tampere, the Finnish Pavilion at the Brussels World’s Fair and the Hvitträsk sauna in Kirkkonummi.
The coin has a face value of 2 euros, weighs 8.5 g and has a diameter of 25.75 mm. It is made from the combination of copper-nickel and brass alloys typical of €2 coins. The edge bears the inscription “SUOMI FINLAND” and three heraldic Finnish lions. The national-side design was created by Pekka Rytkönen.
