At the inner part of the coin is an ancient Doric pillar and an oak branch at the left. The inscription `GEORG HENRIK VON WRIGHT` is placed in a semi-circle from left to right and the year of issuance `2016` is placed on the top at the right. On the top at the left is the indication of the issuing country `FI` and the mintmark. The coin’s outer ring depicts the 12 stars of the European flag.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
GEORG HENRIK VON WRIGHT
2016
FI
Reverse description
A map, next to the face value, shows the European continent without borders.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
2 EURO
LL
Edge
Reeded with inscription
Mint
(FI) Mint of Finland (Suomen Rahapaja), Vantaa, Finland (1988-date)