Euro Banknotes and Coins Enter Circulation

Euro Banknotes

Euro banknotes were first put into circulation on 1 January 2002. The notes were designed to be easy to use and secure, and they feature a variety of security features to prevent counterfeiting.

Euro Coins

Euro coins were also introduced on 1 January 2002. The coins are made of a variety of metals, and they feature a variety of designs. The designs of the coins were chosen to reflect the diversity of Europe.