On 14 December 2012, Monnaie De Paris or The Paris Mint has release France 50 euro dragon coin 2012. The .920 gold coin minted by Paris Mint. Only 1000 pieces are available for worldwide circulation. This coin is one of the fables of Jean de La Fontaine series that had started since 2007. There are 200€ and 500€ gold coins also available with design similar to the 50€ coin.
This year is dedicated to the Dragon. On the obverse, the Dragon and Chinese ideogram are represented surrounded by a frieze Sinisa. The words "Year of the Dragon" is above the animal. The portrait bust of Jean de La Fontaine appears on the reverse. Below the face value represented the twelve animals that form the Chinese zodiac. The words "Fables of La Fontaine" is a legend.
Technical Specifications:
Author: Paris Mint
Weight: 8.45 g
Diameter: 22 mm
Circulation: 1000
Metal: Gold 920/1000
Quality: PROOF
Price: € 490.00
You can order/buy this coin from Monnaie De Paris at their website http://www.monnaiedeparis.fr
