Euro Banknotes

The image displays Euro banknotes resting on top of a tablet. The Euro is the official currency of the Eurozone, which consists of 20 of the 27 member states of the European Union. These notes are produced across several licensed printing works throughout Europe, determined by the European Central Bank (ECB) and the national central banks of the Eurosystem.

Unlike coins, which are issued by national governments, Euro banknotes are technically the responsibility of the European Central Bank. They were first introduced in their physical form on January 1, 2002, replacing national currencies like the Deutsche Mark, French Franc, and Italian Lira. Each note features a unified design across all countries to symbolize European unity and cooperation.