The Finland 2020 University of Turku 2 euro commemorative coin celebrates the centenary of the institution, which was founded in 1920 as the first Finnish-language university in the country. The national side design features a stylised motif incorporating the university building alongside a decorative pattern of dots that represent the growth of knowledge and academic research. By highlighting this landmark, the coin commemorates the pivotal role the university played in strengthening Finnish national identity and culture during the early twentieth century. The design reflects the institution's enduring commitment to science and education within the Finnish society. This commemorative issue was released in 2020 with a total mintage of 800,000 coins.