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Numismatics since 1992
Buy & collect Euro coins
Coin sets (KMS), 2-euro commemorative coins and
euro collector coins in silver and gold from all euro countries –
checked, fairly priced and selected with numismatic expertise.
Below you will see the latest items currently in stock.
Euro coins
Here you will find commemorative coins and coin sets from all countries where the euro (€) is legal tender. You can also use our online shop for your own research, valuation and documentation of euro coins, as we have photographed all the coins we sell in high quality. For this reason, you can always see what the original contents, packaging and original certificate look like. With us, you can be sure to receive only official products issued by the official issuing authorities. Please note that we do not offer privately assembled coin sets or subsequently colourised commemorative coins. Such products are not subject to any state regulations and therefore have no numismatic value.
Questions about Euro coins? Exchange ideas with more than 45,000 collectors.The emuenzen.de numismatic forum has a dedicated subforum covering euro coins – new issues, mintages, valuations and collector experiences.
The euro comprises eight circulating coins: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents as well as
1 euro and 2 euros. Each coin bears a
uniform European design (created by Luc Luycx) and a country-specific
national side featuring its own motifs. As a result, euro coins are not only means of payment,
but also a vibrant collecting field with hundreds of different issues.
Since Bulgaria joined on 1. January 2026, 21 EU member states use the euro.
Added to these are the microstates Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican, which are permitted to mint their own euro coins by agreement
– their issues in particular are highly sought after by collectors.
Montenegro and Kosovo also use the euro, but do not issue their own coins.
Overview
The three major euro collecting areas
2-euro commemorative coins
The euro's only circulating commemorative coin. Since 2004, countries have issued up to two designs per year – supplemented by joint issues involving several countries.
Commemorative and bullion coins in silver and gold with higher denominations – usually issued in limited mintages and legal tender only in the issuing country.
The 2 Euro commemorative coin is the most popular euro collecting area of all.
The 2 euro is the only denomination that may be issued as a commemorative coin – it is
legal tender throughout the entire euro area and retains its face value. The first issue was released in 2004.
Today, each country may mint up to two of its own commemorative coins per year.
The joint issues are particularly appealing, as all euro countries commemorate the same theme –
for example, 2007 (Treaties of Rome), 2009 (10 years of Economic and Monetary Union), 2012 (10 years of euro cash),
2015 (30 years of the EU flag) and 2022 (35 years of the Erasmus programme). The collectible value of individual pieces depends heavily on the
mintage: coins from small issuing countries such as Monaco or San Marino often reach several times their face value,
while widely available series are usually inexpensive to obtain.
Collecting area
Coin sets – all coins from a year
A coin set contains all eight circulation coins
of a country and year – from the 1-cent coin to the €2 coin. Coin sets are issued depending on the country in
Brilliant uncirculated quality, as Brilliant uncirculated or as high-quality
Proof and are supplied in official blister packs or Folders.
In Germany, five mints strike coins, identified by their mint marks: A (Berlin),
D (Munich), F (Stuttgart), G (Karlsruhe) and
J (Hamburg). Complete sets from all five mints of a given year are a collecting goal in their own right.
Sets from the small states are particularly sought after, as their coins were often available exclusively in the Coin set
and never entered regular circulation.
Collecting area
Euro commemorative and collector coins in silver & gold
In addition to circulation coins, the euro countries issue collector coins with their own denominations –
such as 5, 10, 20 or 25 euros. As a rule, they are legal tender only in the issuing country and are minted in
limited mintage in Proof quality. Examples include the German silver commemorative coins
and the 5-euro collector coins with a coloured polymer ring.
Those looking to add precious metals to their portfolio will find the transition to an investment coin here: silver and gold issues combine a collector theme with material value. When purchasing, pay attention to the original packaging, certificate and
stated mintage – these have a significant impact on its future value.
Practical advice
Tips for collecting & preservation
Understanding grades
For modern euro coins, three grades are particularly relevant: Brilliant uncirculated (BU) for
unused circulation coins, Brilliant uncirculated for particularly well-struck pieces and
Proof for collector issues with mirrored surfaces and a matt relief. Even minor
scratches or fingerprints significantly reduce the value of Proof coins – only handle them by the edge.
What matters when assessing value
Crucial factors are mintage (the lower it is, the rarer the coin), condition,
completeness of the original packaging and, for collector coins, the accompanying certificate. Store
your coins in a dry place, protected from light and in suitable capsules or albums to prevent tarnishing and corrosion.
Information about the euro / euro coins
Euro cash, meaning the ability to pay with euro coins, was introduced in 2002. Until then, our online shop had exclusively offered coins from Germany, from thalers to Deutsche Marks. The market, especially dealers, was sceptical about the euro. It soon became apparent, however, that collectors who had previously specialised only in their home country were now also collecting foreign euro coins. In the early years, we could hardly meet the collectors' demand, so great was the interest in these sought-after pieces. Naturally, the hype surrounding the coins of the euro countries has since normalised, but demand is still greater than it was in the Deutsche Mark era. This is understandable, since euro coins are collected not only in Germany!
In figures
Euro coin statistics
25
Euro countries with coins in stock
80
Various commemorative coin denominations
Countries where the euro is legal tender
Andorra
Belgium
Bulgaria
Germany
Estonia
Finland
France
Greece
Ireland
Italy
Croatia
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Monaco
Netherlands
Portugal
San Marino
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Vatican City
Cyprus
Austria
Euro coin denominations already issued
0,3 Euro
0,5 Euro
0,15 Euro
0,25 Euro
0,42 Euro
0,75 Cent
0,75 Euro
0,80 Euro
1 Cent
1 Medaille
1,5 Euro
1/4 Euro
2 Euro
2,5 Euro
3 Euro
3x 0,75 Euro
3x2 Euro
3x3 Euro
3x5 Euro
3x6 Euro
3x10 Euro
3x20 Euro
4 Euro
5 EUro
5 Euro
5 Mtl
5+10 Euro
6 Euro
6,5 Euro
6x10 Euro
7 Euro
7,5 Euro
8 Euro
9,99 Euro
10 Euro
10,23 Euro
11 Euro
12 Euro
12,5 Euro
13,5 Euro
13,28 Euro
15 Euro
15,24 Euro
17,5 Euro
19,18 Euro
20 Euro
20x1,5 Euro
20x5 Euro
22,5 Euro
25 Cent
25 Euro
25,24 Euro
27 Euro
29,40 Euro
30 Euro
35 Euro
40 Cent
50 Euro
62 Euro
65 Euro
71 Euro
75 Euro
100 Euro
106 Euro
140 Euro
160 Euro
175 Cent
185 Euro
200 Euro
250 Euro
300 Euro
400 Euro
500 Euro
700 Cent
1000 Euro
2000 Euro
2500 Euro
5000 Euro
10000 Euro
Euro
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions about euro coins
How many countries use the euro?
Since Bulgaria joined on 1. January 2026, the euro has been legal tender in 21 EU member states. In addition, the microstates of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican issue their own euro coins, while Montenegro and Kosovo use the euro without issuing their own coins.
What is a €2 commemorative coin?
A €2 commemorative coin is the only circulating commemorative coin of the euro. It is legal tender throughout the euro area, retains its face value of two euros and has been issued since 2004. Each country may mint up to two of its own designs per year, in addition to joint issues by all euro countries.
What is a coin set (KMS)?
A coin set contains all eight circulation coins of a country and year in a uniform quality – Brilliant uncirculated, Brilliant uncirculated or Proof. Coin sets are supplied in official Folders or Blister packs and are particularly popular for the microstates.
Are euro coins from circulation valuable?
Most circulation coins are worth their face value. Collector value arises primarily from low mintages, sought-after joint issues, coins from small issuing countries and flawless condition.
What do Brilliant uncirculated, Brilliant uncirculated and Proof mean?
Brilliant uncirculated (BU) refers to unused circulation coins, Brilliant uncirculated to particularly well-struck pieces, and Proof to high-quality collector strikes with mirrored fields and a matte relief. Proof coins should only be handled by the edge.
