Euro banknote designs to be changed for first time in 23 years The European Central Bank is seeking a new design for the banknotes.
In ascending order of banknote value, these are: Greek opera singer Maria Callas, Beethoven, Polish-French scientist Marie Curie, Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes, Italian artist and inventor Leonardo da Vinci and Austrian peace activist Bertha von Suttner.
The Bank is seeking a new design for the banknotes, with possible subjects including cultural figures like German composer Ludwig van Beethoven, or birds and rivers.
The European Central Bank is revamping euro banknotes for the first time since their launch 23 years ago.
The alternative motif will feature birds and rivers on the front of the notes, and European institutions including the ECB itself on the reverse.
