Description
Animals occupy an essential place in the collective imagination.
Whether familiar or distant, mysterious or majestic, they awaken fascination, respect, and wonder in each of us. They bear witness to the beauty and diversity of life, as well as to the fragility of nature and the strength of the bonds we maintain with it.
In 2026, the Monnaie de Paris (Paris Mint) chose to celebrate this universal richness through a unique collection dedicated to the animals of the world. From the feline elegance of the tiger to the peaceful power of the elephant, via the grace of the hummingbird or the intelligence of the dolphin, each selected species symbolizes a fragment of wildlife and planetary biodiversity.
There are several big cats, such as the lion, the tiger, and the leopard, each with its own distinct character. Powerful and elegant, these animals embody both strength and power, as well as grace in the wild. Fascinating and formidable, they play a vital role in their ecosystems.
A crown incorporating symbols specific to each animal enhances the trio representations of each piece, like a family portrait.
The common reverse features the face value surrounded by two branches, one of oak and the other of laurel, evoking the Euro symbol. The entire reverse design is framed by “République Française” and a series of lines representing the Hexagon.
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