The Finnish 2 euro standard circulation coin features a design by Pertti Mäkinen that has become an iconic symbol of the nation's currency. The national side depicts two cloudberry flowers and their ripe fruit, a plant native to the northern marshes of Finland. This choice of imagery highlights the country's deep connection to its vast, pristine wilderness and the importance of its natural resources. By showcasing the cloudberry, the design reflects the Finnish appreciation for the unique flora found within the Nordic landscape. The outer ring of the coin displays the twelve stars of the European Union, symbolising the unity and cooperation of the member states. This standard issue was minted in 2004 with a total mintage of 8,960,000 pieces.