The BRL (Brazilian Real) is Brazil’s currency, introduced in 1994 to tame hyperinflation. Coins come in 5, 10, 25, 50 centavos and 1 real, with bills from 2 to 200 reais. Each note features an animal—like the jaguar on the 50—reflecting Brazil’s biodiversity. Check out more at the Central Bank of Brazil.
EUR Information
The EUR (Euro) is the official currency of 20 European Union countries, introduced in 1999. It’s the second-most traded currency globally, with coins from 1¢ to €2 and bills from €5 to €500 (though the €500 note is being phased out). Each country designs one side of its coins—check out Greece’s owl or Ireland’s harp! Explore its history at the European Central Bank.
Did you know? (BRL)
The real’s name comes from an old Portuguese coin meaning ‘royal.’
Did you know? (EUR)
The Euro was once only a digital currency for three years before physical notes existed.