Euro proof sets are
proof sets of the coins of the
Euro. Proof coins were originally coins minted to test the
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* Dies (deity), the Roman counterpart of the Greek goddess Hemera, the personification of day, daughter of Nox (Night) and Erebus (Darkness).
* Albert Christoph Dies (1755–1822), German painter, composer, and biographer
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used in the coin minting process and to archive sets of coins minted every year. Modern proof sets are minted in higher numbers and are sold to the public and
numismatists for collecting. Modern proof coins are often minted using special processes in order to make the coins more aesthetically pleasing. Mints in countries in the
European Union who use the Euro often make proof sets of the upcoming year's Euro coins. Sets from these countries are listed below.
Austria
Belgium
Cyprus
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Ireland
Italy
Luxembourg
Malta
Monaco
Netherlands
Portugal
San Marino
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Vatican
References
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Euro coins