Quarterly value of euro coins in circulation 2002-2023, by denomination
The value of 2 euro coins in circulation was noticeably higher than other types of coins in the Eurozone, making up nearly half of total value. While the overall value of coins kept growing to all-time highs, the use of cash across Europe varies significantly between countries. Countries like Germany or countries around the Mediterranean were more likely to use cash in stores or restaurants compared to the Nordics or the Netherlands.