The 1,000 Euro Banknote - Does It Really Exist?.

Numismatists, collectors, and curious citizens sometimes wonder if there is a 1,000 euro banknote in the world. The history of this currency is quite interesting, as the euro replaced the ECU in 2002 - medieval French coins.

As of 2025, there are seven denominations of euro banknotes in circulation. All of them are valid as legal tender, according to the European Central Bank (ECB) website.

In total, the ECB has issued two series of euro banknotes. The first series appeared in circulation in 2002 with the following denominations:

• 5 euros;
• 10 euros;
• 20 euros;
• 50 euros;
• 100 euros;
• 200 euros;
• 500 euros.

The second series of euro banknotes was printed in 2013. This series did not include the 500 euro banknote, as the European Union (EU) decided to abolish it. At the same time, the European Central Bank has never issued banknotes with a denomination of 1,000 euros. Therefore, such a banknote does not exist at all.

What Else Is Interesting to Know

It is worth noting that there are currently about 600 defunct currencies in the world. This list includes:

• Yugoslav dinar;
• Lebanese lira;
• Hungarian pengő;
• Coupon karbovanets;
• Azerbaijani manat;
• Czechoslovak koruna;
• Soviet ruble;
• East African shilling;
• Austrian krone.

Previously, we reported on the exchange rate of the dollar and euro in July 2025. An expert explained what would influence the formation of exchange rates.

We also explained what to do with dollars that have stains and inscriptions. It is not necessary to throw away this money at all.