The arrival of one is expected in July 2024 special banknotein a limited edition and a print run of only 3,000 pieces numbered from 000001 to 003000.
It’s about a 0 euro banknote depicting him landing in Normandy occurred on June 6, 1944, which 80th anniversary it was recently celebrated by French President Macron and US President Joe Biden.
But what are these banknotes for? from 0 euros and how to get them?
New 0 euro banknote arriving. What is it for?
As we all know, the Normandy landings marked an important turning point in the Second World War. The event symbolizes the struggle for freedom and had a profound impact on the history of modern Europe.
Each 0 Euro banknote is conceived as a true work of art and highlights details and design elements that make you reflect on its profound historical meaning. Their function it is merely celebratory and they represent real gods souvenirs And collectibles.
These 0 euro banknotes they are not legal tender, which means they are not meant for free movement. But, at the same time, they are made with the same techniques and attention thought out on traditional banknotes.
The other 0 euro banknotes
The creation of 0 euro banknotes is not a new concept. Since 2015, specimens have been created almost everywhere in Europe.
These collectible banknotesOver the years, they have gained a certain popularity, becoming highly sought after collector’s items among the public, even if they are not worth much. So far, more than 2,500 different models of 0 euro banknotes have been issued in 30 countries, some of which have acquired considerable value among collectors.
Beyond their collectible value (which generally does not exceed a few tens of euros), 0 euro banknotes are to be considered more than others an educational tool, as well as a means of preserving the memory of some historical events.
How and where to buy 0 euro banknotes
The 0 euro banknote depicting the Normandy landings, specifically, is produced by Oberthur Fiduciaire and sold by Euro Banknote Memory and boasts the presence of holograms, special inks, watermarks and even unique serial numbers.
Other banknotes, produced in different Eurozone countries, can be purchased online, at museums or other places of tourist interest.
The idea of creating 0 euro banknotes with a commemorative value and, we repeat, without nominal value or legal tender, was born in 2015 by the Frenchman Richard Faille, who for almost 20 years had been engaged in the production of commemorative coins for private purposes – a true and souvenirs that can be purchased at museums, specialized shops, tourist attractions, etc.
To be lawful, production must follow the provisions indicated in the decision of the European Central Bank of 19 April 2013, which defines, for example, the obligation to ensure that these commemorative coins are immediately recognizable as such and not misinterpretable with “real” banknotes.
0 euro banknotes in Italy
Over the years, various 0 euro banknotes have also been created in Italy to commemorate figures such as Padre Pio, Caravaggio, Christopher Columbus, Dante Alighieri, Giulio Cesare, Leonardo da Vinci, up to Maradona; places of tourist interest such as St. Peter’s Basilica, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza San Francesco in Assisi; sporting events such as the Imola, Monza and Mugello Grand Prix.
Their cost varies from approximately 6 to 15 euros.
