Obverse: The centre of the coin features the inscription YLE formed from a series of circles, symbolising digital communication, the dissemination of information and the connections between members of society. The country name SUOMI appears vertically on the left, while FINLAND and the year of issue 2026 are shown at the bottom. The design commemorates the role and significance of Finland’s national public broadcaster Yle. Founded in 1926, Yle is one of Finland’s most important media institutions, providing independent information, cultural programming and public service broadcasting.
Reverse: The reverse features the standard design common to all €2 coins: a geographical map of Western Europe positioned on the right side of the coin and extending across both the inner and outer parts. The inscription 2 EURO appears above the map, while the numeral 2 is placed against the background of the Atlantic Ocean. The outer ring contains 12 stars positioned on either side of the map, with vertical lines visually connecting the upper and lower stars.
About the coin: This commemorative €2 coin marks the 100th anniversary of Finland’s national public broadcaster Yle. Over the past century, Yle has become an integral part of Finnish society, providing radio, television and digital services to the public. The coin highlights the importance of free media, reliable information and public service broadcasting in a democratic society. Yle is one of Europe’s oldest public broadcasting organisations and has played a significant role in strengthening Finnish culture, education and national identity.
