The seven different denominations of the euro banknotes represent our common heritage, showing different European architectural styles from different ages. The banknotes also depict bridges, which symbolise the connection between the people of Europe. The exhibition also explains the history of money, as well as the technologically advanced security features, which make the banknotes difficult to forge, but counterfeits easy to recognise.
But when the global economy began to recover in 2010, Germany followed suit. Exports were the major driving force behind the upturn in the German economy. This strong influence of international trade worried some observers. Many felt that Germany’s reliance on exports was risky, as it exposed Germany to the ups and downs of the global economy.