On the obverse, in the central part of the coin, the obverse and the reverse of a coin of 1 peseta of 2001 are reproduced, the last issue denominated in pesetas.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
JUAN CARLOS I
2002
2007
REY DE ESPANA
Reverse description
On the reverse side, a sphere with the map of Europe is reproduced. Surrounding the sphere, twelve stars, representing the flag of the European Union.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
M
400
EURO
V ANIVERSARIO DEL EURO
Edge
Mint
M Royal Mint of Spain (Real Casa de la Moneda), Madrid, Spain (1591-date)