Subject of the commemorative coin:
 10 years of euro

 Description:
 The euro symbol in the centre of the coin shows that the euro has become an element of particular importance, both in Europe and worldwide, as the euro has developed into a global player in the international monetary system over the last decade. The elements surrounding the euro symbol in the coin’s design express the importance of the euro to the public, the financial world (ECB tower), trade (ships), industry (factories), the energy sector and research and development (wind power plants). The artist’s initials AH are shown below the image of the ECB tower. The name of the issuing country in the national language(s) is shown at the top, while the designation 2002-2012 is shown at the bottom. The 12 stars of the European flag are depicted along the outer ring.