Will banks take foreign coins?
Many banks offer currency exchange to their customers. Though there may be a small fee, your bank or credit union will almost always be the best place to exchange currency (and the cheapest).
Can you cash in Euro coins?
Coins from 1 cent to 2 Euros are legal tender in the Eurozone, although in some countries the 1 and 2 cent coins are no longer accepted in shops. Banks and bureaux de change outside the Eurozone don’t exchange Euro coins, only banknotes. However, we give cash for all Euro and cent coins.
Can I exchange Euro coins at the bank?
Coins from 1 cent to 2 Euros are legal tender in the Eurozone, although in some countries the 1 and 2 cent coins are no longer accepted in shops. Banks and bureaux de change outside the Eurozone don’t exchange Euro coins, only banknotes.
What can I do with leftover Euro coins?
Generally, banks or foreign exchange won’t accept coins, but there are lots of other options:
- Try taking them to your local charity shop as many charities accept old and foreign coins to help raise valuable funds.
- Oxfam shops accept stamps, coins, banknotes and other collectable items like medals and badges.
What do the different Irish euro coins have in common?
Irish euro coins all share the same design by Jarlath Hayes, that of the harp, a traditional symbol for Ireland since the Middle Ages, based on that of the Brian Boru harp, housed in Trinity College, Dublin.
When did Ireland change to the Euro?
Please take a look at the Central Bank of Ireland. According to outside commentators, the final changeover to the euro in Ireland took place quickly and was remarkably smooth. The cash changeover began on 1 January 2002, when euro notes and coin became legal tender.
How many stars are there on the euro coin?
These in turn are surrounded by the 12 stars of the flag of Europe. On the one-euro coin the stars appear on the gold coloured surround with the harp and words in the silver coloured centre.
Why is the harp the symbol of Ireland on euro coins?
Irish euro coins all share the same design by Jarlath Hayes, that of the harp, a traditional symbol for Ireland since the Middle Ages, based on that of the Brian Boru harp, housed in Trinity College, Dublin. The same harp is used as on the official seals of the Taoiseach, and government ministers and the Seal of the President of Ireland.