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.
MXN Information
The MXN (Mexican Peso) has been Mexico’s currency since 1821, with a symbol ($) shared with the USD. Coins range from 5¢ to 20 pesos, and bills from 20 to 1,000 pesos. Newer notes honor Mexican culture, like Frida Kahlo on the 500-peso bill—explore them at the Bank of Mexico.
Did you know? (EUR)
The €500 note, nicknamed ‘the Bin Laden,’ was discontinued because it was a favorite of criminals.
Did you know? (MXN)
The 1-centavo coin is so worthless it’s practically extinct in circulation.