On the front are shown windows and doorways. They symbolise the European spirit of openness and cooperation. The banknote shows the architectural style from the classical period in Europe`s history, but does not show any actual existing monuments or bridges.
Reverse description
The bridges on the reverse of the Europa banknotes symbolize communication between the people of Europe and between Europe and the rest of the world. The reverse also contains a map of Europe surrounded by the 12 stars of the European flag.
Signature(s)
Jean-Claude Trichet, Christine Lagarde, Mario Draghi,
Protection type
Watermark
Protection description
Portrait of Europa (a figure from Greek mythology), value of the
banknote and window.
Obverse lettering
BCE ECB ЕЦБ EZB EKP ΕΚΤ EKB BĊE EBC
2013
5
EURO
ΕΥΡΩ
ЕВРО
