Danger from euro coins: Do not touch these coins for too long - allergy risks. People with nickel allergies should be careful when handling euro coins and, if necessary, wear gloves or at least not hold the coins in their hand for long.
Allergy sufferers in particular can protect themselves by avoiding coins. By using cashless payment methods such as credit and debit cards, apps or banknotes, contact with coins can be avoided. The one euro coin consists of the following materials: The core consists of a copper-nickel alloy The “golden ring” is predominantly made of brass (an alloy of copper and zinc)