50 cent euro coins (€0.50) are made of copper alloy (Nordic gold). They have a diameter of 24.25 mm, a 2.38 mm thickness and a mass of 7.8 grams. The coins' edges are scalloped (ribbed). All coins have a common reverse side and country-specific national sides.
Common side of all €0.50 coins minted before 2007
Common side of all €0.50 coins minted from 2007 onwards
Planned designs to come into circulation once the members who designed them adopt the euro. The dates shown below are tentative and have not been confirmed. They have been mentioned in the media and several other sources, but are subject to change.