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Euro coins. There are eight euro coin denominations, ranging from one cent to two euros [1] (the euro is divided into a hundred cents). The coins first came into use in 2002.
The euro coin series comprises eight different denominations: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cent, €1 and €2. The euro coins have a common side and a national side. The national side indicates the issuing country. The common sides of the coins were designed by Mr Luc Luycx of the Royal Belgian Mint.
Since 1 January 2002 the euro banknotes and coins have been part of everyday life for over 300 million people in the euro area.This leaflet depicts the seven euro banknotes and the eight euro coins, including their security features.The banknotes – inspired by the architectural styles of seven periods in Europe’s cultural history – are of ...
Euro coins. The euro is the single currency of the economic and monetary union formed within the European Union. Introduced in 2002, euro coins are issued by 20 member states of the European Union, which form the euro area, and four microstates (Monaco, San Marino, the Vatican and Andorra).
Euro coins and notes. Types of euro coins. The eight denominations of euro coins vary in size, weight, colour and thickness depending on their values. Unlike banknotes, which are the same in all euro-area countries, the coins have one common side and one country-specific side.
The euro. Euro coins and notes. Types of euro coins. Euro coins vary in size, weight, colour and thickness depending on the denomination. They each have one common side and one country-specific side. Common sides of euro coins.
German officials and experts in numismatics chose three different designs for their euro coins. €1 and €2 coins: the traditional symbol of German sovereignty, the eagle, surrounded by the stars of Europe, appears on these coins.
