| Country | National side | Description |
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Austria
€ 0.01 |  | This coin shows a gentian, as the last part of the floral series, symbolising a duty to the environment and the part Austria is playing in the development of a Community environmental policy. |
Austria
€ 0.02 |  | This shows the edelweiss, again as part of a floral series, symbolising a duty to the environment and the part Austria is playing in the development of a Community environmental policy. |
Austria
€ 0.05 |  | This shows alpine primroses, as part of a floral series, symbolising a duty to the environment and the part Austria is playing in the development of a Community environmental policy. |
Austria
€ 0.10 |  | This depicts St. Stephen’s Cathedral, one of the jewels of Viennese Gothic architecture and a popular tourist venue. |
Austria
€ 0.20 |  | This coin shows the Belvedere Palace, one of the most beautiful baroque palaces in Austria. This was where the Treaty re-establishing the sovereignty of Austria was signed in 1955, making its name synonymous with freedom. |
Austria
€ 0.50 |  | This coin shows the secession building in Vienna, illustrating the birth of art nouveau in Austria and symbolising the birth of a new age, representing a bridge to a new monetary era. |
Austria
€ 1.00 |  | This coin shows Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the famous Austrian composer, depicting Austria as a land of music. |
Austria
€ 2.00 |  | This shows a portrait of the radical pacifist Bertha von Suttner, a symbol of Austria’s efforts over many decades to support peace. Edge lettering of the coin: 2 EURO ***, repeated four times, alternately upright and inverted. |
Belgium
€ 0.01 |  | It depicts King Albert II and a monogram – a capital "A" underneath a crown – among 12 stars, symbolising Europe. The year of issue is part of the design, along with the year the coin was struck. |
Belgium
€ 0.02 |  | It depicts King Albert II and a monogram – a capital "A" underneath a crown – among 12 stars, symbolising Europe. The year of issue is part of the design, along with the year the coin was struck. |
Belgium
€ 0.05 |  | It depicts King Albert II and a monogram – a capital "A" underneath a crown – among 12 stars, symbolising Europe. The year of issue is part of the design, along with the year the coin was struck. |
Belgium
€ 0.10 |  | It depicts King Albert II and a monogram – a capital "A" underneath a crown – among 12 stars, symbolising Europe. The year of issue is part of the design, along with the year the coin was struck. |
Belgium
€ 0.20 |  | It depicts King Albert II and a monogram – a capital "A" underneath a crown – among 12 stars, symbolising Europe. The year of issue is part of the design, along with the year the coin was struck. |
Belgium
€ 0.50 |  | It depicts King Albert II and a monogram – a capital "A" underneath a crown – among 12 stars, symbolising Europe. The year of issue is part of the design, along with the year the coin was struck. |
Belgium
€ 1.00 |  | It depicts King Albert II and a monogram – a capital "A" underneath a crown – among 12 stars, symbolising Europe. The year of issue is part of the design, along with the year the coin was struck. |
Belgium
€ 2.00 |  | It depicts King Albert II and a monogram – a capital "A" underneath a crown – among 12 stars, symbolising Europe. The year of issue is part of the design, along with the year the coin was struck. Edge lettering of the coin: 2 **, repeated six times, alternately upright and inverted. |
Finland
€ 0.01 |  | This shows a heraldic lion which is a reproduction of a design by the sculptor Heikki Häiväoja. The heraldic lion in different designs has been used in several Finnish coins over the years, for example on the 1 markka coins between 1964 and 2001. |
Finland
€ 0.02 |  | This shows a heraldic lion which is a reproduction of a design by the sculptor Heikki Häiväoja. The heraldic lion in different designs has been used in several Finnish coins over the years, for example on the 1 markka coins between 1964 and 2001. |
Finland
€ 0.05 |  | This shows a heraldic lion which is a reproduction of a design by the sculptor Heikki Häiväoja. The heraldic lion in different designs has been used in several Finnish coins over the years, for example on the 1 markka coins between 1964 and 2001. |
Finland
€ 0.10 |  | This shows a heraldic lion which is a reproduction of a design by the sculptor Heikki Häiväoja. The heraldic lion in different designs has been used in several Finnish coins over the years, for example on the 1 markka coins between 1964 and 2001. |
Finland
€ 0.20 |  | This shows a heraldic lion which is a reproduction of a design by the sculptor Heikki Häiväoja. The heraldic lion in different designs has been used in several Finnish coins over the years, for example on the 1 markka coins between 1964 and 2001. |
Finland
€ 0.50 |  | This shows a heraldic lion which is a reproduction of a design by the sculptor Heikki Häiväoja. The heraldic lion in different designs has been used in several Finnish coins over the years, for example on the 1 markka coins between 1964 and 2001. |
Finland
€ 1.00 |  | The artist Pertti Maekinen created a motif depicting two flying swans for this coin. The designs were taken from his competition entry for a coin to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the independence of Finland. |
Finland
€ 2.00 |  | This shows cloudberries and cloudberry flowers, designed by Raimo Heino. Edge lettering of the coin: SUOMI FINLAND * * *, where the * represents a lion’s head. |
France
€ 0.01 |  | This shows a young, feminine Marianne with determined features that embody the desire for a sound and lasting Europe. It was designed by Fabienne Courtiade, an engraver from the Paris Mint. |
France
€ 0.02 |  | This shows a young, feminine Marianne with determined features that embody the desire for a sound and lasting Europe. It was designed by Fabienne Courtiade, an engraver from the Paris Mint. |
France
€ 0.05 |  | This shows a young, feminine Marianne with determined features that embody the desire for a sound and lasting Europe. It was designed by Fabienne Courtiade, an engraver from the Paris Mint. |
France
€ 0.10 |  | The theme of the sower is a constant in the history of the French franc. Designed by Laurent Jorlo, "this modern, timeless graphic represents France, which stays true to itself, whilst integrating into Europe". |
France
€ 0.20 |  | The theme of the sower is a constant in the history of the French franc. Designed by Laurent Jorlo, "this modern, timeless graphic represents France, which stays true to itself, whilst integrating into Europe". |
France
€ 0.50 |  | The theme of the sower is a constant in the history of the French franc. Designed by Laurent Jorlo, "this modern, timeless graphic represents France, which stays true to itself, whilst integrating into Europe". |
France
€ 1.00 |  | A tree, drawn by the artist Joaquim Jiminez, appears on these coins, symbolising life, continuity and growth. It is contained in a hexagon and is surrounded by the motto of the Republic "Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité". |
France
€ 2.00 |  | A tree, drawn by the artist Joaquim Jiminez, appears on these coins, symbolising life, continuity and growth. It is contained in a hexagon and is surrounded by the motto of the Republic "Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité". Edge lettering of the coin: 2 * *, repeated six times, alternately upright and inverted. |
Germany
€ 0.01 |  | The oak twig, reminiscent of that found on the old German pfennig coins provides the motif for these coins. It was designed by Professor Rolf Lederbogen. |
Germany
€ 0.02 |  | The oak twig, reminiscent of that found on the old German pfennig coins provides the motif for these coins. It was designed by Professor Rolf Lederbogen. |
Germany
€ 0.05 |  | The oak twig, reminiscent of that found on the old German pfennig coins provides the motif for these coins. It was designed by Professor Rolf Lederbogen. |
Germany
€ 0.10 |  | The Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of the division of Germany and its subsequent unification, is the motif used on these coins. The perspective of the design, by Reinhard Heinsdorff, emphasises the opening of the gate, stressing the unification of Germany and Europe. |
Germany
€ 0.20 |  | The Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of the division of Germany and its subsequent unification, is the motif used on these coins. The perspective of the design, by Reinhard Heinsdorff, emphasises the opening of the gate, stressing the unification of Germany and Europe. |
Germany
€ 0.50 |  | The Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of the division of Germany and its subsequent unification, is the motif used on these coins. The perspective of the design, by Reinhard Heinsdorff, emphasises the opening of the gate, stressing the unification of Germany and Europe. |
Germany
€ 1.00 |  | The traditional symbol of German sovereignty, the eagle, surrounded by the stars of Europe, appears on this coin. This motif was designed by Heinz and Sneschana Russewa-Hoyer. |
Germany
€ 2.00 |  | The traditional symbol of German sovereignty, the eagle, surrounded by the stars of Europe, appears on this coin. This motif was designed by Heinz and Sneschana Russewa-Hoyer. Edge lettering of the coin: EINIGKEIT UND RECHT UND FREIHEIT (unity, justice and freedom) and the emblem of the FederalEagle. |
Greece
€ 0.01 |  | This motif shows an advanced model of an Athenian trireme, the largest warship afloat for more than 200 years, dating from the time of the Athenian democracy (fifth century BC). |
Greece
€ 0.02 |  | This coin epicts a corvette, a type of ship used during the Greek War of Independence (1821-27). |
Greece
€ 0.05 |  | This coin shows a modern sea-going tanker, reflecting the innovative spirits of Greek shipping. |
Greece
€ 0.10 |  | Rigas-Fereos (Velestinlis) (1757-98) is featured on this coin. He was a forerunner and leading figure of the Greek enlightenment and confederation. He was a visionary of Balkan liberation from Ottoman rule. |
Greece
€ 0.20 |  | This coin commemorates Ioannis Capodistrias (1776-1831), a leading national and European politician and diplomat who became the first Governor of Greece (1830-31) following the Greek War of Independence (1821-27). |
Greece
€ 0.50 |  | Eleftherios Venizelos (1864-1936), one of Greece’s most prominent political figures, is shown on this coin. He was a pioneer in social reform, a renowned diplomat and played a key role in modernising the Greek state and liberating Northern Greece and the Aegean islands. |
Greece
€ 1.00 |  | This coin shows an owl, copied from an ancient Athenian 4 drachma coin (fifth century BC). |
Greece
€ 2.00 |  | This coin depicts a scene from a mosaic in Sparta (third century AD), showing Europa being abducted by Zeus, who has taken the form of a bull. Europa is a figure from Greek mythology after whom Europe was named. Edge lettering of the 2 euro coin: ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ * (Hellenic Republic). |
Ireland
€ 0.01 |  | Shows the Celtic harp, a traditional symbol of Ireland, decorated with the year of issue and the word "Eire" - the Irish word for Ireland. The harp shown was designed by Jarlath Hayes. |
Ireland
€ 0.02 |  | Shows the Celtic harp, a traditional symbol of Ireland, decorated with the year of issue and the word "Eire" - the Irish word for Ireland. The harp shown was designed by Jarlath Hayes. |
Ireland
€ 0.05 |  | Shows the Celtic harp, a traditional symbol of Ireland, decorated with the year of issue and the word "Eire" - the Irish word for Ireland. The harp shown was designed by Jarlath Hayes. |
Ireland
€ 0.10 |  | Shows the Celtic harp, a traditional symbol of Ireland, decorated with the year of issue and the word "Eire" - the Irish word for Ireland. The harp shown was designed by Jarlath Hayes. |
Ireland
€ 0.20 |  | Shows the Celtic harp, a traditional symbol of Ireland, decorated with the year of issue and the word "Eire" - the Irish word for Ireland. The harp shown was designed by Jarlath Hayes. |
Ireland
€ 0.50 |  | Shows the Celtic harp, a traditional symbol of Ireland, decorated with the year of issue and the word "Eire" - the Irish word for Ireland. The harp shown was designed by Jarlath Hayes. |
Ireland
€ 1.00 |  | Shows the Celtic harp, a traditional symbol of Ireland, decorated with the year of issue and the word "Eire" - the Irish word for Ireland. The harp shown was designed by Jarlath Hayes. |
Ireland
€ 2.00 |  | Shows the Celtic harp, a traditional symbol of Ireland, decorated with the year of issue and the word "Eire" - the Irish word for Ireland. The harp shown was designed by Jarlath Hayes. Edge lettering of the coin: 2 * *, repeated six times, alternately upright and inverted. |
Italy
€ 0.01 |  | The Castel del Monte appears on this coin. |
Italy
€ 0.02 |  | This shows the Mole Antonelliana, a tower designed in 1863 by Alessandro Antonelli. |
Italy
€ 0.05 |  | This shows the Flavius amphitheatre, which Emperor Vespasian began building around 75 AD and Emperor Titus inaugurated in 80 AD. |
Italy
€ 0.10 |  | This commemorates one of the greatest triumphs in Italian art. It shows one of the most famous works in the world, the "Birth of Venus" by Sandro Botticelli. |
Italy
€ 0.20 |  | This coin portrays a sculpture by Umberto Boccioni, leader of the Italian futurist school. |
Italy
€ 0.50 |  | This depicts the statue of Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback. |
Italy
€ 1.00 |  | This coin shows the famous drawing by Leonardo da Vinci, displayed in the gallery of the Academy in Venice, illustrating the ideal proportions of the human body. |
Italy
€ 2.00 |  | This depicts a portrait drawn by Raphaël of Dante Alighieri, housed in the Pope Julius II Wing of the Vatican Palace. Edge lettering of the 2 euro coin: 2 *, repeated six times, alternately upright and inverted. |
Luxembourg
€ 0.01 |  | Bears the profile of His Royal Highness the Grand Duke Henri. They will bear the year of issue and the word "Luxembourg" written in Luxembourgish ("Letzebuerg"). |
Luxembourg
€ 0.02 |  | Bears the profile of His Royal Highness the Grand Duke Henri. They will bear the year of issue and the word "Luxembourg" written in Luxembourgish ("Letzebuerg"). |
Luxembourg
€ 0.05 |  | Bears the profile of His Royal Highness the Grand Duke Henri. They will bear the year of issue and the word "Luxembourg" written in Luxembourgish ("Letzebuerg"). |
Luxembourg
€ 0.10 |  | Bears the profile of His Royal Highness the Grand Duke Henri. They will bear the year of issue and the word "Luxembourg" written in Luxembourgish ("Letzebuerg"). |
Luxembourg
€ 0.20 |  | Bears the profile of His Royal Highness the Grand Duke Henri. They will bear the year of issue and the word "Luxembourg" written in Luxembourgish ("Letzebuerg"). |
Luxembourg
€ 0.50 |  | Bears the profile of His Royal Highness the Grand Duke Henri. They will bear the year of issue and the word "Luxembourg" written in Luxembourgish ("Letzebuerg"). |
Luxembourg
€ 1.00 |  | Bears the profile of His Royal Highness the Grand Duke Henri. They will bear the year of issue and the word "Luxembourg" written in Luxembourgish ("Letzebuerg"). |
Luxembourg
€ 2.00 |  | Bears the profile of His Royal Highness the Grand Duke Henri. They will bear the year of issue and the word "Luxembourg" written in Luxembourgish ("Letzebuerg"). Edge lettering of the coin: 2 * *, repeated six times, alternately upright and inverted. |
Monaco
€ 0.01 |  | The center of the coin bears the Grimaldi coat of arms. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription MONACO is printed on the top, the year and the hallmark on the bottom, and twelve stars divided between the right and left sides. |
Monaco
€ 0.02 |  | The center of the coin bears the Grimaldi coat of arms. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription MONACO is printed on the top, the year and the hallmark on the bottom, and twelve stars divided between the right and left sides. |
Monaco
€ 0.05 |  | The center of the coin bears the Grimaldi coat of arms. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription MONACO is printed on the top, the year and the hallmark on the bottom, and twelve stars divided between the right and left sides. |
Monaco
€ 0.10 |  | The center of the coin bears the Grimaldi seal. It is a seal of the founders of Monaco, Admiral Rainier Grimaldi and Charles Grimaldi, the first Seigneur of Monaco. This seal has appeared since 1950 on the coins of H.S.H. Sovereign Prince Rainier III. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription MONACO is printed on the top, the year and hallmark on the bottom, and twelve stars divided between the right and left sides. |
Monaco
€ 0.20 |  | The center of the coin bears the Grimaldi seal. It is a seal of the founders of Monaco, Admiral Rainier Grimaldi and Charles Grimaldi, the first Seigneur of Monaco. This seal has appeared since 1950 on the coins of H.S.H. Sovereign Prince Rainier III. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription MONACO is printed on the top, the year and hallmark on the bottom, and twelve stars divided between the right and left sides. |
Monaco
€ 0.50 |  | The center of the coin bears the Grimaldi seal. It is a seal of the founders of Monaco, Admiral Rainier Grimaldi and Charles Grimaldi, the first Seigneur of Monaco. This seal has appeared since 1950 on the coins of H.S.H. Sovereign Prince Rainier III. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription MONACO is printed on the top, the year and hallmark on the bottom, and twelve stars divided between the right and left sides. |
Monaco
€ 1.00 |  | The center of the coin depicts the right profiles of LL.AA.SS. The Sovereign Prince and The Hereditary Prince Albert. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription MONACO is printed on the top, the year and the hallmark on the bottom, and twelve stars divided between the right and left sides. |
Monaco
€ 2.00 |  | The center of the coin depicts the right profile of H.S.H. The Sovereign Prince Rainier III. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription MONACO is printed on the top, year and the hallmark on the bottom, and twelve stars divided between the right and left sides. Engraved on the edge of the coin are a series of two stars repeated six times positioned alternatively right side up and up side down. |
Netherlands
€ 0.01 |  | Queen Beatrix is shown in profile and the words "Beatrix Queen of The Netherlands" are written around the circumference of the coins. |
Netherlands
€ 0.02 |  | Queen Beatrix is shown in profile and the words "Beatrix Queen of The Netherlands" are written around the circumference of the coins. |
Netherlands
€ 0.05 |  | Queen Beatrix is shown in profile and the words "Beatrix Queen of The Netherlands" are written around the circumference of the coins. |
Netherlands
€ 0.10 |  | Queen Beatrix is shown in profile and the words "Beatrix Queen of The Netherlands" are written around the circumference of the coins. |
Netherlands
€ 0.20 |  | Queen Beatrix is shown in profile and the words "Beatrix Queen of The Netherlands" are written around the circumference of the coins. |
Netherlands
€ 0.50 |  | Queen Beatrix is shown in profile and the words "Beatrix Queen of The Netherlands" are written around the circumference of the coins. |
Netherlands
€ 1.00 |  | Queen Beatrix is shown in profile with the words "Beatrix Queen of The Netherlands" in Dutch. The 12 stars are confined to half the circumference of the coin. |
Netherlands
€ 2.00 |  | Queen Beatrix is shown in profile with the words "Beatrix Queen of The Netherlands" in Dutch. The 12 stars are confined to half the circumference of the coin. Edge lettering of the coin: GOD * ZIJ * MET * ONS * (God be with us). |
Portugal
€ 0.01 |  | This shows the first royal seal, from 1134, along with the word "Portugal". |
Portugal
€ 0.02 |  | This shows the first royal seal, from 1134, along with the word "Portugal". |
Portugal
€ 0.05 |  | This shows the first royal seal, from 1134, along with the word "Portugal". |
Portugal
€ 0.10 |  | This depicts the royal seal of 1142 as the centrepiece of the design. |
Portugal
€ 0.20 |  | This depicts the royal seal of 1142 as the centrepiece of the design. |
Portugal
€ 0.50 |  | This depicts the royal seal of 1142 as the centrepiece of the design. |
Portugal
€ 1.00 |  | Here the country’s castles and coats of arms are set amid the European stars. This symbolises dialogue, the exchange of values and the dynamics of the building of Europe. The centrepiece is the royal seal of 1144. |
Portugal
€ 2.00 |  | Here the country’s castles and coats of arms are set amid the European stars. This symbolises dialogue, the exchange of values and the dynamics of the building of Europe. The centrepiece is the royal seal of 1144. Edge lettering of the coin: five coats of arms and seven castles, all equally spaced. |
San Marino
€ 0.01 |  | The Third tower, Il Montale. |
San Marino
€ 0.02 |  | The Statue of Liberty, by Stefano Galletti. |
San Marino
€ 0.05 |  | The First Tower, La Guaita. |
San Marino
€ 0.10 |  | The Basilica of San Marino. |
San Marino
€ 0.20 |  | St. Marino pictured holding the the Three Towers, inspired by the School of Guercino. |
San Marino
€ 0.50 |  | The Three Towers, La Guaita, La Cesta, and Il Montale. |
San Marino
€ 1.00 |  | The official coat-of-arms of the Republic of San Marino. All the obverse designs are from sketches by Frantisek Chochola, and engraved by Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini. |
San Marino
€ 2.00 |  | Il Palazzo Pubblico - "The Public Palace". |
Spain
€ 0.01 |  | The cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, a jewel of Spanish Roman art and one of the most famous pilgrimage destinations in the world is pictured on these coins. They show the monumental façade of the Obradoiro, a splendid example of Spanish baroque construction, started in 1667 by Jose del Toro and Domingo de Andrade. It was finished in the 18th century by Fernando Casas y Novoa. |
Spain
€ 0.02 |  | The cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, a jewel of Spanish Roman art and one of the most famous pilgrimage destinations in the world is pictured on these coins. They show the monumental façade of the Obradoiro, a splendid example of Spanish baroque construction, started in 1667 by Jose del Toro and Domingo de Andrade. It was finished in the 18th century by Fernando Casas y Novoa. |
Spain
€ 0.05 |  | The cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, a jewel of Spanish Roman art and one of the most famous pilgrimage destinations in the world is pictured on these coins. They show the monumental façade of the Obradoiro, a splendid example of Spanish baroque construction, started in 1667 by Jose del Toro and Domingo de Andrade. It was finished in the 18th century by Fernando Casas y Novoa. |
Spain
€ 0.10 |  | Miguel de Cervantes, the father of Spanish literature, is shown on these coins, reflecting "the universality of the man and his work". |
Spain
€ 0.20 |  | Miguel de Cervantes, the father of Spanish literature, is shown on these coins, reflecting "the universality of the man and his work". |
Spain
€ 0.50 |  | Miguel de Cervantes, the father of Spanish literature, is shown on these coins, reflecting "the universality of the man and his work". |
Spain
€ 1.00 |  | This shows a portrait of King Carlos I de Borbon y Borbon. |
Spain
€ 2.00 |  | This shows a portrait of King Carlos I de Borbon y Borbon. Edge lettering of the coin: 2 * *, repeated six times, alternately upright and inverted. |
Vatican City
€ 0.01 |  | This shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription CITA' DEL VATICANO is printed, the year and twelve stars. |
Vatican City
€ 0.02 |  | This shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription CITA' DEL VATICANO is printed, the year and twelve stars. |
Vatican City
€ 0.05 |  | This shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription CITA' DEL VATICANO is printed, the year and twelve stars. |
Vatican City
€ 0.10 |  | This shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription CITA' DEL VATICANO is printed, the year and twelve stars. |
Vatican City
€ 0.20 |  | This shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription CITA' DEL VATICANO is printed, the year and twelve stars. |
Vatican City
€ 0.50 |  | This shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription CITA' DEL VATICANO is printed, the year and twelve stars. |
Vatican City
€ 1.00 |  | This shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription CITA' DEL VATICANO is printed, the year and twelve stars. |
Vatican City
€ 2.00 |  | This shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. Around the perimeter of the coin the inscription CITA' DEL VATICANO is printed, the year and twelve stars. Edge lettering of the coin: LIBERTAS LIBERTAS. |
