OBVERSE

⁣⁢The coin shows a primitive design combined with the euro symbol (€). It conveys the idea that the single currency and, by extension, the Economic and Monetary Union are the culmination of the long history of trade and economic integration in Europe.⁤⁣

⁣⁢The coin is issued by each Eurozone country and bears its name and the legend "EMU 1999-2009" in the country's language(s).⁤⁣

REVERSE

⁣⁢A map showing the fifteen member states of the European Union united is depicted on a dynamic background composed of the twelve stars of the European Union.⁤⁣