4353) The Genius of the Bastille, Republic of France (Republique Francaise): "Trilogy Coin Series": The First Coins in the Series are 100 Euro Silver and 250 Euro Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) Coins issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) which feature the male allegorical figure known as the Genius of Liberty or also, the Genius of Bastille: Date/Year of Coins issue: 27.01.2026:

4353) The Genius of the Bastille, Republic of France (Republique Francaise): "Trilogy Coin Series": The First Coins in the Series are 100 Euro Silver and 250 Euro Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) Coins issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint)  which feature the  male allegorical figure known as the Genius of Liberty or also, the Genius of Bastille: Date/Year of Coins issue: 27.01.2026:

The Monnaie de Paris has released the first 100 Euro Silver and 250 Euro Gold Coins in their fourth Trilogy series highlighting this familiar design. 

The historic Genius of the Bastille design features on the Reverse side. On the Obverse are featured the three Principles of the French Republic - "LIBERTY. EQUALITY. FRATERNITY (speli in French)

The new collection is part of the Trilogy series first launched in 2017. 

The designs featured are inspired from previous numismatic themes or familiar designs seen on French coinage. 

For 2026, the new series focuses on the Genius allegorical figure: 

- The first instalment of this new trilogy is dedicated to the male allegorical figure known as the Genius of Liberty or also, the Genius of the Bastille.

- Heir to ancient and revolutionary traditions, the Genius is recognisable by his winged body and the star or flame on his forehead. 

- Featured on coins from the French Revolution, the Genius embodies an allegorical concept, a powerful idea that unites. 

- The central figure in Monnaie de Paris's new numismatic trilogy, the centuries-old legacy of the Genie is reborn in a collection that presents three of its many facets. 

The next two instalments of the trilogy will highlight other figures of genius, spanning the ages and revolutions which unite the sovereign French people.

The Coins:

The 250 Euro (Gold) and 100 Euro (Silver) Coins have been designed by  Joaquin Jimenez. 

The first coin in the French Genius trilogy and design is based on the work sculpted by Auguste Dumont in 1836 to crown the July Column in Place de la Bastille in Paris. 

- The Genius is depicted as a naked figure with angel wings. 

- In his right hand, he proudly brandishes a torch, symbolising the light that will guide the people, while his left hand grasps a broken chain, a symbol of liberation from what was once the "Ancien Regime". 

(The Ancien Régime (French for “old order”) refers to the political and social system that governed France before the French Revolution in 1789. 

It was a deeply hierarchical structure that had developed over centuries, rooted in feudal traditions and reinforced by monarchy and privilege.

Key Features of the Ancien Régime:

Absolute Monarchy: 

The King held supreme authority, with power centralised in the crown. Louis XIV, the “Sun King,” is often seen as the embodiment of this absolutist rule.

Three Estates System: 

Society was divided into three rigid estates:

First Estate: Clergy (enjoyed privileges, exempt from many taxes).

Second Estate: Nobility (held land, influence, and privileges).

Third Estate: Everyone else — peasants, urban workers, and the bourgeoisie (shouldered most of the tax burden).

Lack of Citizenship: 

People were subjects of the King rather than citizens with rights. Status and rights flowed from estate membership, not from individual identity.

Economic Inequality: 

The common people bore heavy taxation and feudal dues, while the privileged estates were largely exempt. This imbalance fueled resentment and unrest.

End of the Ancien Régime: 

The system collapsed with the outbreak of the French Revolution, symbolised by events like the Storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789.

The background features linear designs and illustrations of olive leaves symbolising peace. 

The Obverse of the 100 Euro Silver and 250 Euro Gold Coins is inspired by the Obverse side of the 100 franc ‘Fraternité’ coins released in 1988 and common to this trilogy set. 

The French national motto LIBERTE, EGALITE, FRATERNITE is featured in stylised text and centred. Positioned in the lower middle of the text is an image of the "faisceau de licteur" consisting of a tied bundle of rods, a powerful symbol of the Republic. 

Below the bundle are the initials "RF" representing Republique Francaise. 

The bundle is topped with a Phrygian cap, which became an emblem of the revolution, order and freedom. 

Below the motto is the denomination "250 EURO (Gold) or 100 EURO (Silver).

The specifications of these Coins are:

Denomination        Metal      Weight    Diameter       Quality    Mintage Limit

100 Euro .900 Silver     45 g.       47 mm.   BU   10,000 pieces

250 Euro .999 Gold       1.75 g.    13 mm.   BU   15,000 pieces

-  -   Available from the 27th January, the Silver coin is encapsulated and enclosed in a card case folder with printed protective sleeve. 

- -    The Gold coin is encased and presented in a custom case accompanied with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

Links to the Genius of Bastille Coin Series:

1) "The Genius of the Bastille, Republic of France (Republique Francaise): "Trilogy Coin Series": The First Coins in the Series are 1002 Euro Silver and 250 Euro Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) Coins issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) which feature the male allegorical figure known as the Genius of Liberty or also the Genius of Bastille: Date/Year of Coins issue: 27.01.2026

Links to "La Art de la Plume (The Art of Writing) Coin Series:

1) William Shakespeare (United Kingdom), Republic of France (Republique Francaise): "La Art de la Plume (The Art of Writing) Coin Series": A 50 Euro Gold Coin issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) depicts the Playwright: Year of Coin issue: 2022

2) "Alexandre Dumas and the Three Musketeers": A set of Gold and Silver Coins minted by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Date/Year of Coins issue: 08.10.2024

3) Jules Verne (1828 - 1905) France: "The Art of the Pen" Coin Series: Monnaie de Paris has released a set of Gold and Silver Coins featuring Verne's famous Books/Works: Date/Year of Coins issue: 13.03.2025

Posts on Agatha Christie by Royal Mail UK:

1) Celebrating the Centenary of Agatha Christie's first Crime Novel and the 40th Anniversary of her passing away by the issue of six stamps featuring key scenes and principal characters from six of her iconic novels by the Royal Mail, UK: Date/Year of Stamp Set issue: 15.09.2016

Links to posts on this Blog on The Little Prince:

1) "Le Petit Prince" (or "The Little Prince") - Take me to the Moon, France: 75th Anniversary Milestone commemorated (1946-2021): Gold 200 Euro, 50 Euro & 5 Euro and Silver 10 Euro Coins minted by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Year of Coin issue: 2021

2) "La Petit Prince (The Little Prince"), Republique Francaise ( or The french Republic): Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has issued 2 Euro (BU) and Reverse Proof Coins which celebrate the 80th Anniversary (18496-2026) of The Little Princve Literary Character: Datew/Year of Coin issue: 29.01.2026

Links to Posts on Concorde Supersonic Airliner:

1) Concorde, a Stamp set from Gibraltar, A British Overseas Territory (BOT): 50th Anniversary of the first Supersonic Passenger Carrying Commercial Airplane, jointly built by France and Great Britain: Stamp set issue date: 20.04.2019

2) Dakota Aircraft (Douglas DC-3) and the Berlin Airlift (26.06.1948-12.05.1958): Five Commemorative Coins - Three Gold (500, 200 and 50 Euro) anf two Silver (50 and 10 Euro) issued by the Monnaie dce Paris in 2018, in the Coins Series "L'Aviation Historie" (Aviation and History) as a tribute to the "flying workhorse" and its massive relief operations during the Berlin Airlift

Links:

1) For more on the Olympics and Paralympics held in the past, including the origins and history of the Olympics and Commemorative coins issued both on London Olympics and Paralympics please read my post on the London Olympics 2012 link as follows: History of the ancient & modern Olympics and Paralympics & commemorative coins issued during the London Olympics and Paralympics

2) For the Moscow Summer Olympics held in 1980: please read the post on the following link: Commemorative Coins issued on the occasion of Moscow Summer Olympics 1980 by the Russian Mint

3) For the Winter Olympics held at Sochi, Russia and the Commemorative Banknote issued, please read the post on the following link:A 100 Rouble Banknote Commemorating the Sochi, Russia Winter Olympics 2014

4) For Rio 2016, please click on the following link to get interesting insights into the mascots of the Rio Olympics Vinicius and Tom, the Games and the Commemorative Coins and stamps issue programme: 1)The 31st Summer Olympics "Rio 2016"2) Commemorative Stamps and booklets issued by the Department of Posts, India on 05.08.2016 

5) For Ancient Olympic Games on Greek Coins of Antiquity, please click on the following link: Ancient Olympic Games on Greek Coins of Antiquity

6) For a set of Post cards titled "Olympic Events" : please click on the following link:  "Olympic Events": A set of 12 Post Cards issued by the Karnataka Postal Circle, India Post on 11.07.2016

7) For a presentation set of two stamps titled "Spirit of Olympics, Athens, Atlanta" please visit the following link: Spirit of the Olympic Games, Athens-Atlanta: Celebrating the Centenary of the Modern Olympic Games  

 8) For a presentation set of four stamps titled "XXVIII Olympic Games" (2004 Summer Olympics Athens, Greece, please visit the following link: XVIII Summer Olympic Games, Athens Greece (2004)

9) For a presentation set of two stamps titled "XXIX Olympic Games" (2008 Summer Olympics, Beijing, China, please visit the following link: XXIX Olympic Games Beijing, China: 08.08.08- 24.08.08: A Presentation set of four stamps issued by India Post on 08.08.08

10) The 31st Summer Olympics or the "XXXI Summer Olympic Games" or "Rio 2016" being held in Brazil (05.08.2016-21.08.2016): Commemorative Coins and Postage Stamps

11) XXXIII Olympiad-2024, France: First Series of hexagonal Olympic-themed Gold & Silver Coins released by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) feature sports and landmarks: Year of Coins issue: 2022

12) "Phryge" (the official 2024 XXXIII Olympiad Mascots), France: 50 Euro (Gold) and 10 Euro (Silver) Collector Coins issued by Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) introduce Phryge: Year of Coin issue: 2022

13) XXXIII Olympiad - 2024, France: Second Series of Hexagonal Olympic-themed Gold & Silver Coins released by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) feature sports and landmarks - La Semeuse (The Sower) practicing Boxing: Date/Year of Coins issue: 23.01.2023

14) XXXIII Olympiad - 2024, France: Third Series of Olympic-themed Gold, Silver & Copper Coins released by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) feature sports and landmarks - Break Dancing, Golf, Gymnastics & Basketball: Date/Year of Coins issue: 06/2023

15) XXXIII Olympiad-2024, France: Final Gold, Silver and Copper Coins released by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) feature Hercules and Notre Dame: Date/Year of Coins issue: 22.01.2024

2023 Rugby World Cup Tournament, France:

1) 2023 Rugby World Cup Tournament (08.09.2023-20.10.2023), France: First of Three Collector Coin Sets of 1/4 Euro each issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) featuring the European Nations which will participate in the World Cup: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2023

Links to the Mutiny on the Bounty Coins/Stamps:

1) The Legend of the Mutiny on the Bounty: A Commemorative Coin Set from the Pitcairn Islands depicting relics from the Bounty issued in 2009

2) Artefacts of the Bounty Launch, Pitcairn Islands: Four Stamps issued by the Pitcairn Islands: Date/Year of Stamps issue: 2024 :

Posts on Coins and Stamps issued by France:

 1) Honouring Louis Braille on the Bicentenary of his birth in 2009

2) Honouring Charles Eduord Jeanneret popularly known as Le Corbusieur, the French architect who built the modern city of Chandigarh & several other projects: A 10 Franc Banknote issued by the Swiss National Bank 

3) Fort St. George Museum, Chennai (Part iii): i) Indo-Danish coins ii) Indo-Dutch coins iii) Indo-French coins iv) Indo-Portuguese coins 

4) a) Central Bank of West African States issues: the "Franc African Financial Community" (FCFA) b) Bank of Central African States issues : the "Franc Financial Cooperation in Central Africa (FFCCA)

5) French Indo-China issues: A silver one Paistre coin issued in 1895 

6) Financial Institution for issuing uniform currency/coinage for French Overseas Territories in the Pacific & French Southern Territories of Antarctica: The Institut d'emission d'outre-Mer (IEOM) for French Polynesia (Tahiti), New Caledonia, Wallis-et-Futuna and the erstwhile New Hebrides (present day Vanuatu)  

7) Coinage of the French Polynesian Island of New Caledonia (or Nouvelle-Caledonie in French) - the CFP Franc

8) Bicentenary of the Battle of Waterloo and Napoleon's exile to St. Helena (Part I): A one Crown Commemorative Coin issued by the Ascension Island 

9) Bicentenary of the Battle of Waterloo and Napoleon's exile to St. Helena (Part II): coins commemorating the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo: 1) A 5 GBP coin issued by the Royal Mint UK: 2) A "Drie Landen Zilverset" issued by the Royal Dutch Mint - which includes coins of Netherlands, Belgium and UK 

 10) Jeanne d'Arc or Joan of Arc or "The Maid of Orleans" or "La Pucelle": "Women of France Coin Series": 200 & 50 Euro gold coins and 10 Euro Silver coins issued by Monnaie de Paris in July 2016

11) i)"Europa Coin Programme" or the Eurostar Programme ii) Monnaie de Paris has issued a series of six coins with the theme "The Age of Iron & Glass" in January 2017

12) 100th Anniversary of Auguste Rodin's passing away commemorated with gold and silver Euro coins issued by the Monnaie de Paris under its on-going "The 7 Arts" Coin Series

 13) Statue of Liberty, Paris, France: "Treasures of Paris": Coin series issued by Monnaie de Paris on 20.01.2017

14) Marianne (or Liberty): "The Trilogy": A set of Euro denominated coins in Gold and silver brought out by Monnaie de Paris in January 2017

L'Aviation Historie (Aviation & History) Coin Series: 

15) i) "Dakota Aircraft & the Berlin Airlift": Latest coins in the "L'Aviation Historie" ("Aviation & History) Coin Series issued in 2018 by the Paris Mint:

15) ii) "Curtiss P-40 Warhawk", Republic of France: "L'Aviation Historie ("Aviation & History"): The Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has issued Gold and Silver Coins in this popular Coin Series featuring this versatile World War II aircraft: Date of Coin issue: 06.06.2023

16) The "Baroque & Rococo Era" in France : Coins feature, The Hall of Mirrors, Rococo elements of the Palace of Versailles, philosopher Voltaire and the Dancing King Louis XIV in gold & silver coins issued during 2018, under the "Europa Coin Programme"

17) George Sand: "Women of France Coin Series": Third Coin in the Series issued during 2018 by the Monnaie de Paris, France on 04.05.2018

18) "Paris, The Banks of the River Seine" ("Rivos de la Seine") : UNESCO World Heritage Site: "The Louvre Museum"(Musee du Louvre") and "Pont des Arts": Gold and Silver Euro coins issued by the Monnaie de Paris on 14.06.2018

19) Notre Dame de Paris, France "Reconstruction": Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) restrikes 2013 Silver 10 Euro Coin, Bronze Medal and Silver-coloured Mini-Medal, part proceeds of which will go towards the reconstruction of the iconic Cathedral which was partially burnt in a fire on 15.04.2019

20) The Micro-Currency called - "EUSCKO" , France circulates in the French Basque Country and is the largest such currency in circulation today in the world, fully backed by the Euro; ii) It is one of 44 such micro-currencies circulating in French cities; iii) Paris is on the vetge of introducing a micro-currency.

21) Guerlain, France: A set of two stamps in the denominations of 0.97 and 1.94 Euros issued by La Poste, France: Date of Stamp Set issue: 13.01.2020

22) "Ancient Postal Routes", France: A postage stamp of 1.40 Euro issued by La Poste (French Post): Date of Stamp issue: 05.06.2020

23) "Treasures of Notre Dame Cathedral" - Reconstruction over a period of five years (2019-2024): La Poste (French Post) is issuing a series of stamps under its Stamp Series every year till completion of the project: Date of Souvenir Sheet issue: 15.04.2020

24) "Fardier de Cugnot", France: 250th Anniversary of the "Fardier a Vapeur" (1770-2020): "La Post" (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.16 Euro dedicated to the French inventor who built the world's first full-size, self-propelled mechanical land vehicle, the "Fardier a vapeur": Date of Stamp issue: 19.10.2020

25) "Chateau des Ducs de Bourbon", France: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.16 Euro depicting the famous historic castle: Date of Stamp issue: 21.09.2020

26) Vincent van Gogh, France: "Museum Masterpieces of French Museums Coin Series": A self-portrait depicted on Gold (50 Euros) and Silver (10 Euros) Coins, minted by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Year of Coin issue: 2020

27) Mount Olympus, Mont Saint-Michel & Mount Fuji, France: Gold and silver Coins issued by the monnaie de Paris on these UNSCO World Heritage Sites in phases during2020: Mount Olympus Coins issued on 07.07.2020

28) 600 Years of the Forbidden City China, France: "UNESCO World Heritage Sites Coin Series": Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has issued Gold (250, 50 & 5 Euro), Silver (10 Euro) and Base Metal Coins (1/4 Euro)

29) Golden Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris, France: A set of four stamps of 12.00 Euro showcasing the knowhow of the Printing Press and an artistic representation of Paris: Date of Stamp issue: 19.11.2020

30) Crafts - Metal Engraver, France: "La Poste" (French Post) has issued a 1.40 Euro Postage stamp commemorating the Art of Metal Engraving: Date of stamp issue: 18.11.2020

31) "Torda Penguin", France: "Birds of the Islands Postage Stamps of 1.08 Euro issued by La Poste (French Post) featuring the Torda Penguin from the Douarnenez Bay: Date of Stamp issue: 11.01.2021

32) Endangered Birds of Martinique, Guadaloupe and Reunion Islands & Brittany, France: Postage Stamps issued by La Poste (French Post) depicting these birds: Date of Stamps issue: 23.12.2020

33) "Mosaique de Paysages: (Typical French Landscapes), France: La Poste (French Post) has issued a Booklet of 12 Stamps depicting typical Landscapes of 12 French Regions: Date of Stamp set issue: 05.01.2021

34) "Lucky Luke - A Cowboy in High Cotton," France: A 50 Euro Gold Coin issued by Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) depicting Lucky Luke shooting his own shadow: Year of Coin issue: 2021

35) "Chanel No. 5" Centenary (1922-2021/22), France: La Poste France (French Post) has released a set of two Stamps of 1.08 Euro and 2.16 Euro to commemorate the milstone of the launch of the iconic French Perfume in 1922: Date of Stamps issue: 25.01.2021

36) Jean Michel Basquiat (1960-1988), Artist, France: La Poste France (French Post) has issued a Postage Stamp of 2.56 Euros, depicting his popular untitled painting "Skull": Date of Stamp issue: 08.02.2021/1686-jean-michel-basquiat-1960-1988.html

37) "Animal Footprints", Republic of France:: La Poste, France (French Post) has brought out a set of 12 Postage stamps in a Booklet/Notebook with illustrations of Animal Footprints: Date of Stamp Set issue: 15.02.2021

38) "Le Petit Prince" (or "The Little Prince") - Take me to the Moon, France: 75th Anniversary Milestone commemorated (1946-2021): Gold 200 Euro, 50 Euro & 5 Euro and Silver 10 Euro Coins minted by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Year of Coin issue: 2021

39) "Ecole Nationale Des Chartes" ("National School of Charters), France: A Stamp of 2.56 Euro issued by LaPoste, France (French Post): Date of Stamp issue: 23.02.2021

40) 75th Anniversary of the UNICEF (1946-2021), France: Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has issued a Commemorative 2 Euro Bimetallic Coin celebrating the milestone: Year of Coin Issue: 2021

41) "The Kid" - Charles Spencer Chaplin (or "Charlie Chaplin"), France: La Poste France (French Post) has issued a 1.50 Euro Postage Stamp on the first Feature Film of Charlie Chaplin: Date of Stamp issue: 01.03.2021

42) Order of Agricultural Merit, Republic of France: La Poste. France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.08 Euro celebrating theAgricultural Territories & Varieties of Agricultural produce: Date of Stamp issue: 02.03.2021

43) Simone Lucie Ernestine Marie Bertrand de Beauvoir (09.01.1908-14.08.1986), France: A Postage stamp of 1.28 Euro issued by La Poste France (French Post) in her memoray: Date of Stamp issue: 08.03.2021

44) Vassily Kandinsky, Painter, France: A Stamps Booklet titled "In the Circle" brought outby La Poste, France (French Post) dedicated to the artist: Date of Stamps issue: 29.03.2021

45) Pont-en-Royans, France: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a Postage Stamp of 1.28 Euros featuring this quaint village with medieval architecture from the Sixteenth Century, with colourful Hanging Houses: Date of Stamp issue: 06.04.2021

46) Pierre Clostermann and Claire Roman, (both Aviators), France: "Post Airmail Stamp Series": La Poste France (French Post) has brought out a Stamp of 4.71 Euro on the two distinguished aviators during World War II on the 100th Anniversary of Clostermann's Birth and 80th Anniversary of Roman's Death: Date of Stamp issue: 06.08.2021

47) Groupe Bel (or Bel Group or "Fromageries Bel"), France: A Stamp of 1.08 Euro issued by La Poste France (French Post) to commemorate this iconic French Company with branches all over the world: Date of Stamp issue: 19.04.2021

‎48)‎‎ ‎‎ Napoleon I - Bicentenary of his Passing Away (1821-2021). France: Monnaie de Paris is commemorating the milestone with 200 Euro and50 Euro Gold Coins in the shape of the famous head-dress emblem of Mapoleon - the "Bicorn": Year of Coin issue: 2021‎

49) Napoleon I - Bicentenary of his Passing Away (1821-2021), France: Monnaie de Paris is commemorating the milestone with 10 & 20 Euro Silver Coins in the shape of the famous head-dress emblem of Napoleon - the "Bicorn": Year of Coin issue: 2021

50) Napoleon I - Bicentenary of his Passing Away (1821-2021), France: A Mint-Set issued on this milestone by Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Year of Coin Set issue: 2021

51) The Coronation of Napoleon I - Louvre, France: Silver (50 Euro and 10 Euro) and Cupro-Nickel (1/4 Euro) Coin Variants issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) commemorating the occasion in the Bicentenary commemoration of Napoleon's Passing away: Year of Coin issue: 2021

52) A Stamp Booklet titled "MOTIFS DE FLEURS" ("Flower Patterns"), brought out by La Poste, France, based on designs kept at the "Musee de I'Impression des Etoffes" ("The Museum of Textile/Fabric Printing") in Mulhouse: Date of StampBooklet issue: 15.05.2021

53) "Dora Maar" (Henriette Theodora Markovitch 22.11.1907 - 16.07.1997), was a French photographer, painter and poet: La Poste France (French Post) has ioissueda commemorative stamp of 2.56 Euros on her: Date of Stamp issue: 31.05.2021

54) Sophie Taeuber-Arp, Artist, France: A postage stamp of 2.56 Euro brought out by La Poste France (French Post) celebrating her work "Le Bateau": Date of Stamp issue: 31.05.2021

55) Centenary of the Highway Code (Traffic Laws) in France: "La Poste" France (French Post)has brought out a Postage Stamp of 1.08 Euro and a Philatelic Document in collaboration with the Road Safety Department celebrating the milestone: Date of Stamp & Document issue: 14.06.2021

56) "Solar Impulse", France: "La Poste", France (French Post) has issued a Postage Stamp of 1.08 Euro, featuring the long-range experimental solar-powered Fixed Wing Aircraft using only solarpower to circumnavigate the Globe: Date of Stamp issue: 21.06.2021

57) "Chess Games", France: "La Poste", France (French Post) has issued this Booklet of 12 Adhesive Postage Stamps featuring Stamps portraying the Game of Chess:Date of Stamp Booklet issue: 21.06.2021

58) Faiencerie de Gien, France: Bicentenary Celebrations (1821-2021): La poste France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 2.56 Euro celebrating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 06.07.2021

59) Jean de La Fontaine (08.07.1621-13.04.1695), France: A Postage Stamp issued by La Poste France (French Post) featuring characters from his fables: Date of Stamps issue: 12.07.2021

60) "About Lands and Men" ("La Terre les Hommes"), France: "La Poste" (French Post) has issued a Miniature sheet (MS) containing four stamps of 1.08 Euro each celebrating Lands and the Men who till them: Date of Stamp set issue: 11.09.2021

61) "Plumassier Crafts (or Plumasserie)" France: "La Poste" (French Post) has issued a stamp of 1.50 Euro depicting the Art: Date of Stamp issue: 27.09.2021

62) Jeanne Hachette and Louise XI, France: "Greatest Hours in History of France": La Poste France (French Post) hasissued two stamps of 3.00 Euro each, depicting her role in the heroic defence of Beauvais against the troops of the duke of Burgundy: Date of Stamp set issue: 08.11.2021

63) "Our Blue Planet", La Poste France (French Post has issued a booklet of 12 Stamps featuring 12 Sites from various countries on Earth all linked to an ecosystem related to the presence of water - the source of all life: Date of Stamp set issue: 10.01.2022

64) Moliere (15.01.1622-17.02.1673), Playwright, actor and Poet, France: 400th Birth Anniversary: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.43 Euro celebrating the milestone:Date/Year of Stamp issue: 17.01.2022

65) Jean Baptiste Poquilin (known professionally as "Moliere"), France: 400th Birth Anniversary (1622-2022): Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has issued Gold and Silver Coins celebrating the milestone: Year of Coins issue: 01/2022

66) "Smiley", France: 50th Anniversary (1972-2022): Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has brought out a 10 Euro Silver Coin celebrating the mileastone: Date/Year of Coins/Medals issue: 2022

67) "Animals at Dusk", France: La Poste, France (French Post) has brought out a 12 Stamp Booklet depicting Animals seen at Dusk: Date/Year of Stamp Booklet issue: 14.02.2022

68) Crafts - Luthierie, France: La Poste, France (French Post) has brought out a Postage Stamp of 1.65 Euro on the National School of Lutherie Mirecourt: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 14.02.2022

69) "Odeillo Solar Furnace", Republic of France: La Poste France (French Post) has issued a Postage Stamp of 1.16 Euro on the World's largest Solar Furnace located in France: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 28.03.2022

70) "The Grand Organ, Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris, France: "Treasures (or Tresors) of Notre Dame Stamp Series": La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a Postage Stamp of 1.65 Euro, depicting the historical Organ: Date of stamp issue: 18.04.2022

71) "Melusine", France: EUROPA - 2022""Stories and Myths" Theme: La Poste France (French Post) has issued a EUROPA Stamp of 1.65 Euro depicting the Legends/Myths: Date of Stamp issue: 09.05.2022

72) Oscar-Claude Monet's painting "Le Bassin aux Nymphaes, Harmonie Verte", Republic of France: "Museum Masterpieces Gold and Silver Coin Collection Series": Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) continues with impressionist paintings by Claude Monet: Date/Year of Coin issue: 06/2022

73) Sancerre, Republique Francaise (Republic of France): Favourite village of the French in 2021: i) The Sancerre Village and its surroundings; ii) Sancerre - A French Wine Appellation d'origine Controlee (AOC): A postage stamp of 1.16 Euro issued by La Poste France (French Post) highlighting the village: Date of Stamp issue: 04.07.2022

74) "Ancient Cities of the Mediterranean - Underground Archeology", France: "EUROMED" theme for 2022: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.65 Euro featuring Dilia Ships and Bulk Wine Trade at the time of the Roman Empire: Date of Stamp issue: 11.07.2022

75) "Castle of Commequiers Vendee", France: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.43 Euro celebrating this castle: Date of Stamp issue: 18.07.2022

76) "Dinandier" (A Brassware Decorative Art), France: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a Postage Stamp f 1.65 Euro depicting this Art: Date of Stamp issue: 03.10.2022

Links to 2024 Paris Olympic posts:

77) i) XXXIII Olympiad-2024, France: Second Series of hexagonal Olympic-themed Gold & Silver Coins released by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) feature sports and landmarks: Year of Coins issue: 2022

77) ii) "Phryge" (the official 2024 XXXIII Olympiad Mascots), France: 50 Euro (Gold) and 10 Euro (Silver) Collector Coins issued by Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) introduce Phryge: Year of Coin issue: 2022

77) iii) XXXIII Olympiad - 2024, France: Second Series of Hexagonal Olympic-themed Gold & Silver Coins released by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) feature sports and landmarks - La Semeuse (The Sower) practicing Boxing: Date/Year of Coins issue: 23.01.2023

Women of the World Coin Series:

78) i) Grace Kelly, (Monaco) France: "Women of the World Coin Series": First Coin in the Series: Gold and Silver Coins issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) kickstarts the new Series: Year of Coin issue: 2022

Natures of France (Natures de France) - Trilogy Coin Series:

79) i) The Oak, the Laurel, the Wheat, Republic of France (Republic Francaise): "Natures of France ("Natures de France") - Trilogy Coin Series": A 10,000 Euro Gold Proof Coin (and Silver Coins) issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) showcasing the three Natural Symbols of France: Date of Coin issue: 2022

80) William Shakespeare (United Kingdom), Republic of France (Republique Francaise): "La Art de la Plume (The Art of Writing) Coin Series": A 50 Euro Gold Coin issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) depicts the Playwright: Year of Coin issue: 2022

81) Macaron (or French Macaroon), Republic of France (Republique Francaise): A 200 Euro Gold Coin issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) out of Monnaie de Paris's collaboration with renowned French Pastry chef Pierre Herme to celebrate arts and crafts: Year of Coin issue: 2023

82) Alpine Columbine (Aquilegia alpina), Republic of France (Republique Francaise): "Fleur de Montaignes (Mountain Flowers) Stamp Set": La Poste France (French Post) has issued postage stamps under this Stamp Series: Date of Stamp set issue: 06.02.2023

83) Christian Dior (1905 - 1957), Republic of France (Republique Francaise): A 5000 Euro 1 Kilo Pink Gold Proof Coin minted by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) in collaboration with Dior: Year of Coin release: 2021

Ors de France Coin Series:

84) i) Napoleon III, France: "Ors de France" (A Historical and Emblematic Coin Series): A Historic portrait of the Emperor first depicted on coinage in 1848, now featured on Gold and Silver Collector Coins issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Year of Coin issue: 2023

84) ii) Louis XIII, France: "Ors de France": A Historical and Emblematic effigy of the Emperor first depicted on Coinage in 1640, now featured on Gold and Silver Collector Coins issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Year of Coins issue: 2024

85) "The Fan Artists", Republic of France (Republique Francaise): La Poste France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.80 Euro depcting Fans andTtools: Date of Stamp issue: 13.02.2023

Museum Masterpieces Coin Series:

86) i) Vincent van Gogh, France: "Museum Masterpieces of French Museums Coin Series": A self-portrait depicted on Gold (50 Euros) and Silver (10 Euros) Coins, minted by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Year of Coin issue: 2020

86) ii) Oscar-Claude Monet's painting "Le Bassin aux Nymphaes, Harmonie Verte", Republic of France: "Museum Masterpieces Gold and Silver Coin Collection Series": Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) continues with impressionist paintings by Claude Monet: Date/Year of Coin issue: 06/2022

86) iii) "Liberty Guiding the People" )"La Liberte guidant le peuple") - a painting by Eugene Delacroix exhibited in the Louvre, Paris, Republic of France ("Republique Francaise"): "Museums' Masterpieces Coin Series" ("Chefs d'ouvres des musees"): Year of Coin issue: 2023

87) Maison Berger, Paris, France: 125 Years Anniversary (1898-2023): La Poste France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 2.32 Euro commemorating the invention of a fragrance lamp: Date of Stamp issue: 18.09.2023

88) Orient Express, France: Celebrating the 140th Year Anniversary (1883-2023): La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a Block of 1 (One) stamp of 1.80 Euro showcasing the iconic Transcontinental passenger train, which inspired Agatha Christie to pen one of her popular novels: Date of Stamp issue: 02.10.2023

89) The Illuminator, Republic of France: "Metiers d'Art (or "Art Professions") Stamp Series": La Poste France (French Post) has issued a Stamp of 1.80 Euro highlighting the profession of an illuminator: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 02.10.2023

90) Mosaic Art Crafts, Republic of France: "Metiers d'Art (or "Art Professions") Stamp Series": La Poste France (French Post) has issued a Stamp of 1.96 Euro highlighting the profession of Mosaic Art Creator: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 15.01.2024

91) Andre Franquin (03.01.1924-05.01.1997) Belgian Comics artist, France: La Poste France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.29 Euro commemorating this versatile Franco-Belgian Comics artist: Date of Stamp issue: 29.01.2024

92) Tropical Flowers, Republic of France: La Poste France (French Post) has issued a set of four postage stamps featuring the Bougainvillea, Hibiscus, Bird of Paradise and the Ballisier (all stamps of 1.29 Euro each): Date/Year of Stamp issue: 12.02.2024

93) Universal Suffrage - 80 Years - 1944-2024, France: Monnaie de Paris (The Paris MInt) has issued a Silver BU Quality Coins of 100 and 10 Euro, which mark an important anniversary in terms of Universay Suffrage in France: Date of Coins issue: 08.03.2024

94) Three new circulation coins featuring Marie Curie (50 Euro Cents), Josephine Baker (20 Euro Cemts) and Simone Veil (10 Euro Cents) issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Date of Coins issue: 07.03.2024

95) 80th Anniversary of D-Day, World War II: Monnaie de Paris issued 50 Euro (gold) 10 Euro (silver) or 1/4 Euro (Alum-Br) Coins

96) "Alexandre Dumas and the Three Musketeers": A set of Gold and Silver Coins minted by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Date/Year of Coins issue: 08.10.2024

97) French Pastries, France: La Poste France (French Post) has issued a set of 12 postage stamps featuring an assortment of Pastries made in France: Date/Year of Stamp Set issue: 07.10.2024

98) Centenary of the International Organisation of Vine and Wine - 45th World Congress (1924-2023): La Poste France (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.96 Euros celebrating the milestone: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 14.10.2024

99) a) Asterix - 65th Anniversary Edition: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a set of four postage stamps celebrating the milestone: Date/Year of Stamp set issue: 14.10.2024

99) b) Asterix, France: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a 12 Stamp Booklet on the popular comic character: Date/Year nof Stamp Booklet issue: 10.03.2025

100) Disney's The Lion King, France: The 30th Anniversary milestone (1994-2024): The Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has brought out an assortment of Gold and Silver Coins to celebrate the occasion: Date/Year of Coins issue: 13.11.2024

101) Chauvet-Pont-d'Arc Cave (French: Grotte Chauvet-Pont d'Arc) in the ATdeche department of Southeastern France: La Poste, France has issued a 1.29 Euro Postage Stamp featuring the over 30,000 year old cave paintings: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 12.11.2024

102) "The Great Hours in French History", France: La Poste. France (French Post) has issued a 4.15 Euro Postage Stamp featuring the Grand March of women which ended the reign of Louis XVI in 1789: Date of Stamp issued: 12.11.2024

103) France: The Sower and Lady Liberty Feature on new Series Gold and Silver Proof Coins designed by John Mercanti former US Mint Chief Engraver and Joachim Jiminez, current Chief Engraver of the Monnaie de Paris: First Coin in the Series features "250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence: Date of Coin issue: 07.01.2025

104) a) UNESCO - Notre-Dame de Paris - Rome Coliseum -Shuri Castle: Part i) UNESCO - NOTRE DAME DE PARIS CATHEDRAL BANKS OF THE SEINE: 50 Euro Gold and 10 Euro Silver Coin issued by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Date/Year of shipping: 18.02.2025

104) b) UNESCO - Notre-Dame de Paris - Rome Colisuem - Shuri Castle: Part ii) UNESCO - THE COLISEUM, HISTORIC CENTRE OF ROME, THE PROPERTIES OF THE HOLY SEE LOCATED IN THIS COTY: 50 Eoro Gold and 10 Euro Silver Coin issued by the Mpnnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Date/Year of shipping: 18.02.2025

104) iii) UNESCO-Notre-Dame de Paris-Rome Coliseum - Shuri Castle: Part iii) SHURI CASTLE, GUSUKU SITES AND ASSOCIATED PROPERTIES IN  THE RYUKU KINGDOM: 50 Euro Gold and 10 Euro Silver coin minted by the Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Date/Year of shipping: 10.02.2025 .

105) The "Melody of Birds", France: La Postew, France has issued a Stamp Sheet of 12 stamps featuring various birds which light up the gardens with their mellifluous singing: Date/Year of stamp Sheet issue: 17.02.2025

106) Two Artworks of Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669) one of the greatest masters of Dutch painting, France: Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has issued 10 Euro (Gold) and 50 Euro Silver Coins featuring two of his works: Date/Year of Coins issue: 04.03.2025

107) Street Art, France: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a postage Stamp of 2.78 Euro featuring Street art acrobats: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 10.03.2025

108) Jules Verne (1828 - 1905) France: "The Art of the Pen" Coin Series: Monnaie de Paris has released a set of Gold and Silver Coins featuring Verne's famous Books/Works: Date/Year of Coins issue: 13.03.2025

109) Louvre, National Museum and Art Gallery, Republic of France: The Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has issued a 2 Euro Coin featuring the Museum: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

110) The Poitevin Marsh, Republic of France (Republique Francaise): La Poste (French Post) has issued a postage stamp of 1.39 Euro: Date/Year of stamp issue: 07.04.2025

111) Commemorating the First Airmail Connection between Casablanca -- Dakar 1925, France: La Poste France (French Post) has issued a Postage stamp of 10.80 Euro recollecting this airmail Flight: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 02.06.2025

112) Embroidered Flowers, Republic of France (Francaise Republique): La Poste France (French Post) has issued a Stamp Booklet of 12 Stamps illustrated with trompe-l'oeli embroidered flowers: Date/Year of Stamp Booklet issue: 10.06.2025

113) Citreon DS, Republique Francaise (Republic of France): "Automotive styling inspires French Coin Design": Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) is issuing 20 Euro tenth-ounce Gold Coin and 10 & 20 Euro verisions Silver coins remembering the Legacy: Date/Year of Coins issue: 2025

114) Tour de France (the most prestigious Cycling Race in the World), Republic of France (Republique Francaise): 50th Anniversary milestone (1975-2025): Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint) has issued Gold and Silver Proof Coins featuring the prestigious Cycling Race: Date/Year of Coins issue: 16.06.2025

115) Tour de France (The most prestigious Cycling Race in the World), France: 50th Anniversary milestone (1975-2025): La Poste France (French Post) has issued a Block of Stamps (Set of Two Stamps) featuring the prestigious Cycling Race: Date/Year of Stamps issue: 05.07.2025

116) Lancome, French Excellence - Republic of France: A 200Euro 1 Oz Gold, 10 and 20 Euro Silver Coins - Lipstick & Rose shaped Proof Coins issued by Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint): Date/Year of Coin issue: 23.09.2025

117) "Favourite animals of the French", Republic of France (Republique Francaise): Monnaie de Paris has issued four Base Metal 5 Euro Coins and one 250 Euro Gold Coin dedicated to the Dog, the Cat, the Rabbit and the Horse: Date/Year of Coins issue: 08/09.12.2025

EUROMED stamp issues:

1) "Handicraft Jewellery in the Mediterranean", France: EUROMED theme for 2021: La Poste, France (French Post) has issued a stamp of 1.50 Euro featuring i) "Maltese Cross and its Runner" (Museon Arlaten") ii) "Coulas" Bracelet ("Museon Arlatan") iii) "Coral Ear Pendant" (MuCEM"): Date of Stamp issue: 12.07.2021

Links on Banknotes & Stamps on Charlie Chaplin:

1) Charlie Chaplin: A House Note by CCL Secure of England features the legendary actor, for promoting their latest "Cinema" 3-D Security features/elements for Polymer Banknotes hitherto not seen before on any Banknote

2) "The Kid" - Charles Spencer Chaplin (or "Charlie Chaplin"), France: La Poste France (French Post) has issued a 1.50 Euro Postage Stamp on the first Feature Film of Charlie Chaplin: Date of Stamp issue: 01.03.2021

Links to other posts in Metropolis Tiffany Art Coin Series:

i) Metropolis Tiffany Art Coin Series features Paris, the French Capital, Republic of Palau: Minted by: B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt GmbH at their facilities in Munich: Coin coordinated by: Coin Invest Trust (CIT): Year of Coin issue: 2021

ii) Tiffany Art Metropolis - The Cathedral of Notre Dame (Paris, France), Republic of Palau: "Tiffany Art Coin Series": Coin minted by : B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt GmbH at their facilities in Munich: Coin coordinated by: Coin Invest Trust (CIT) Year of Coin issue: 2021

iii) Tiffany Art Metropolis - Rome, the Capital of Italy, Republic of Palau: "TiffanyArt Coin Series": Coin Minted by:B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt GmbH at their facilities in Munich: Coin coordinated by Coin Inverst Trust (CIT): Year of Coin issue: 2022

iv) St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican (San Pietro in Vaticano), Republic of Palau: "Tiffany Art Metropolis Coin Series - San Pietro": Coin Invest Trust (CIT) has coordinated the issue of $500 (Gold) and $25 (Silver Coins minted by B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt GmbH at their facilities in Munich: Year of Coin issue: 2022

Links to some more posts on the Chinese Lunar calendar/Zodiac signs on this Blog:

1) Year of the Pig - 2019: A Gold Coin of 1,000 Togrog and a 100 Togrog Banknote from Mongolia, issued by Coin Invest Trust (CIT) in 2018, minted by BH Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt, Munich

2) Year of the Brown (or Yellow) Earth Dog: Kyrgyz Express Post 100 KGS Stamp issued on 31.01.2018

3) Year of the Dog (2018): 50 Euro Gold Coin and 20 Euro & 10 Euro Silver Coins issued by the Monnaie de Paris celabrating the new Lunar New Year (2018)

4) Year of the Rat, Mongolia (2020): Coin Invest Trust (CIT) is issuing a set of 1000 Togrog Gold & Silver Coins and a 100 Togrog Banknote to commemorate the coming Lunar Year: Coins will be minted bgy B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt, Munich on behalf of CIT for Central Bank of Mongolia: Coin issue date: 10/2019

5) An Uncirculated $1 US Federal Reserve Banknote from the Bureau of Engraving & Printing, rings in the "Year of the PIG" (2019) from the Chinese Zodiac Cycle/Lunar Calendar titled "Lucky Money Collection"   

6) Year of the Rat: An Uncirculated $1 US Federal Reserve Banknote rings i9n the "Year of the Rat" (2020) from the Chinese Zodiac Cycle/Lunar Calendar titled "Lucky Money Collection"

7) "Year of the Ox", Australian Lunar Series III, 2021, Australia: Three Gold Coins of $100, $25,& $15 and ThreeSilver Coins of $2, $1 & 50 Cents, issued by the Perth Mint, Australia: Year of Coin minting 2020 (with Year of issue inscribed as 2021)

8) "Year of the Tiger", United Kingdom (UK): Coin Series titled " the Shengxiao Collection": Royal Mint, UK has issued Gold, Silver and Cupro-nickel Coins in eight variants under its continuing Lunar Year Range:Year of Coin issue: 2021 (with Year of issue inscribed as 2022)

9)"Year of the Tiger", Australia: Coin Series titled "Australian Lunar Coin Series": Coin minted by the Perth Mint, Australia: Year of Coin issue: 2021 (with Year of issue inscribed as 2022)

10) Year of The Tiger "Quadrant Coins", Tuvalu Island: "Australian Lunar Coin Series III": A four Coin set of 1 Oz Silver Proof $1 (One Dollar - TVD) minted by the Perth Mint on behalf of Tuvalu Island:Year of Coin set issue: 2021 (with year of release inscribed as 2022)

11) "The Year of the Rabbit", (Chinese Zodiac), France: A 1/4 Euro Nordic Gold Coin issued by the Monnaie de Paris (the Paris Mint) featuring a Rabbit in a cultural mix of French and Chinese Anthropomorphism: Date/Year of Coin issue: 17.01.2023