2 Euro
Castles and Portuguese Coats of Arms are incorporated in the midst of the European stars symbolising "dialogue ... the exchange of values and the dynamics of the building of Europe". In the centre is a Royal Seal of 1144.

1 Euro
As for the 2 Euro except for their size and colour.

50 Euro Cents
In the centre is a Royal seal dating from 1142 AD

20 Euro Cents
Note the 7 indents or scallops on the edge.

10 Euro Cents
The obverse designs of the Portuguese 50, 20 and 10 Euro are identical apart from their size and the indents on the 20 cent.

5 Euro Cents
The obverse designs of the Portuguese 5, 2 and 1 Euro are identical apart from their size. At the centre is the first Royal Seal from 1134.

2 Euro Cents
The obverse designs of the Portuguese 5, 2 and 1 Euro are identical apart from their size.

1 Euro Cent
The obverse designs of the Portuguese 5, 2 and 1 Euro are identical apart from their size.