The 2017 Belgium 2 euro commemorative coin honours the bicentenary of the University of Liège, one of the country's most significant academic institutions. Founded in 1817 by King William I of the Netherlands, the university has played a pivotal role in the intellectual and scientific development of the region. The national side of the coin features the university's official logo, which incorporates a stylized representation of the institution's architectural heritage and its commitment to higher learning. This design reflects the university's enduring legacy as a centre for research and education within the Wallonia region. The coin is issued in a standard circulation format. The mintage for this 2017 commemorative issue is 175,000 coins.