Future euro banknote design proposals
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ECB publishes seven design proposals for future euro banknotes.
The European Central Bank has released seven design proposals for the next generation of euro banknotes. Themes include "Birds and Rivers," "European Culture," and "European Pioneers." Artists were asked to submit motifs from a shortlist selected in 2025. The designs range from monochrome to colorful, featuring birds, historical figures like Beethoven and Marie Curie, and architectural elements. Public consultation is ongoing.
What commenters are saying
Commenters split on preference for bird motifs versus human figures on banknotes. Some favored proposals B, E, H, and F for their restrained color palettes and clean designs. Critics argued human faces invite political disputes, while birds remain neutral. Others noted the challenge of representing all EU countries with a single bird species. Several commenters found the official ECB comparison page easier to browse than the article's per-note click-through format.