Throughout
this collection, Monnaie de Paris bring together symbols of the Games and of
France to immortalise their encounter.
2024 marks the arrival of the Olympic and Paralympic Games in France. It was obvious for Monnaie de Paris to highlight them once again through their representatives: the mascots. These fun and friendly little Phrygian hats are already familiar to the French and embody the spirits of the Games. This year, they symbolise the Games as they arrive and spread throughout France. A perfect reason to showcase the natural and architectural heritage that make the country beautiful.
On this coin, thumb up,
the Paralympic Games mascot stands in the middle of Lille's Grand'Place. Behind
it can be seen the Column of the Goddess, the Hôtel de la Bourse and the top of
the Belfry. In the sky, sprays of fireworks symbolise the festive spirit.