For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions shall apply:

1. (1)

   ‘circulation coins’ means euro coins intended for circulation, the denominations and technical specifications of which are laid down in Regulation (EC) No 975/98;

2. (2)

   ‘commemorative coins’ means circulation coins, which are intended to commemorate a specific subject as specified in Article 1h of Regulation (EC) No 975/98;

3. (3)

   ‘collector coins’ means euro coins intended for collection that are not issued with a view to their entry into circulation.