Representation of Manhattan today. In a circle the left profile of Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands surrounded by the words `BEATRIX KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN`, Beatrix Queen of the Netherlands.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
BEATRIX KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN
400 JAAR-NEDERLAND-MANHATTAN-NEW YORK
Reverse description
Representation of Manhattan in 1609 during its discovery by the Dutch explorer Henry Hudson. In a circle, the face value `5 VIJF EURO` and the vintage cut in two `20 09`.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
20 5 09
VIJF EURO
DE HALVE MAEN, 2 OKTOBER 1609
IT IS ON THAT SIDE OF THE RIUER THAT IS CALLED
MANNA-HATA
