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OBVERSE

⁣⁢The coin shows a primitive drawing 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 Europe's long history of trade and economic integration.⁤⁣

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

⁣⁢The graphic design was chosen from five designs shortlisted by citizens and residents of the European Union, who voted online. It is the work of George Stamatopoulos, an engraver at the Bank of Greece Mint.⁤⁣

REVERSE

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