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Euro banknotes
There are two series of banknotes.
The first series of euro banknotes was originally issued in 2002 when the euro was introduced. It comprises seven different denominations: €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200 and €500.
The second series, also known as the Europa series, was developed to make euro banknotes more secure against counterfeiting and more durable. The Europa series consists of six denominations: €5, €10, €20, €50, €100 and €200. The €500 banknote was not included in the Europa series and has not been issued since 27 April 2019.
Euro coins
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.
They show images of the European Union or of Europe and symbolise the unity of the EU. The 1, 2 and 5 cent coins show Europe in relation to Africa and Asia on a globe.
