Monedas 5 euros - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. The 5 euro coin is part of the European Union's official currency, the euro, which is used by 19 of the 27 European Union countries. 2. The 5 euro coin is the lowest denomination in euro coins and is primarily used for small transactions. 3. The 5 euro coin has a diameter of 21.25mm and weighs 3.92 grams. 4. The obverse side of the 5 euro coin features a common design used by all euro coins, the European Union flag with 12 stars. 5. The reverse side of the 5 euro coin features a unique design specific to each country that issues the coin. 6. The 5 euro coin is made of two alloys - the inner part is made of copper-nickel and the outer part is made of nickel-brass. 7. The 5 euro coin is legal tender in all eurozone countries, meaning it can be used for transactions in any of the 19 countries that use the euro. 8. The 5 euro coin is not commonly used for everyday transactions due to its low value, but it is often collected as a souvenir or for numismatic purposes. 9. The 5 euro coin is minted by the national mint of each eurozone country, with each country having its own unique design for the coin's reverse side. 10. The 5 euro coin is a popular choice for collectors due to its unique designs and limited availability.