His comments follow claims from MEPs that the euro symbol is so common that the single currency’s prestige is at risk. Greek deputy Stavros Xarchakos said the power of authorising use of the euro sign ...

So, just how did the euro acquire the symbol by which it’s known around the world? The value of those euro coins left as a tip at the bistro, taverna or tapas bar has fluctuated in the 17 years since ...