The Finland 2017 Finnish Nature 2 euro commemorative coin honours the centenary of Finnish independence by highlighting the nation's profound connection to its landscape. Designed by nature photographer Kari Auvinen, the national side features an iconic crow perched on a branch, observing the scene below. In the background, a full moon rises above the Harmaja lighthouse, creating a serene composition that reflects the country's rugged beauty. This imagery was originally selected as the winning entry in the Blue and White category of the Nature Photograph of the Year competition, symbolising the intrinsic link between the Finnish people and their environment. The coin was issued in 2017 with a mintage of 500,000 pieces.