German coins are a form of currency used in Germany and other countries in the European Union. The most common German coins are the Taler (5 letters), Thaler (6 letters), MARK (4 letters), Pfennig (7 letters) and Euro (4 letters). The Taler is a silver coin that was first issued in 1518 and was widely used until the 19th century. The Thaler is a gold coin that was first issued in 1520 and was also widely used until the 19th century. The MARK is a copper-nickel coin that was first issued in 1873 and was used until the introduction of the Euro in 2002. The Pfennig is a small denomination coin that was first issued in the 8th century and was used until the introduction of the Euro. The Euro is the current currency of Germany and other countries in the European Union.