The standard 2 euro coin from Finland features a design that reflects the nation's natural heritage and botanical identity. The national side displays two cloudberry flowers and their distinctive fruits, a motif that has become synonymous with Finnish coinage since the country adopted the euro. These berries, often referred to as the gold of the marshes, are a hardy plant species that thrives in the challenging northern climate, symbolising the resilience and unique landscape of the Finnish wilderness. The design was created by Pertti Mäkinen and remains a consistent element of the country's circulating currency, representing the connection between the Finnish people and their environment. This standard issue coin was minted in 2002 with a total mintage of 1,240,000 pieces.