The 2017 Slovakia 2 euro commemorative coin marks the 550th anniversary of the founding of the Universitas Istropolitana in Bratislava. Established in 1465 by King Matthias Corvinus, the institution served as the first university in the territory of present-day Slovakia and played a pivotal role in the intellectual development of Central Europe. The national side of the coin features a stylized representation of the university building, highlighting its historical significance as a centre of humanism and academic excellence during the Renaissance. Flanking the structure are portraits of the university’s founders, symbolising the enduring legacy of education and cultural progress within the nation. This commemorative issue was produced in 2017 with a mintage of 1,000,000 coins.