Published first in the United States in 1943 and then in France in 1946, The Little Prince is Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's best-known work. This poetic and philosophical tale is an editorial phenomenon that is no less than the most widely read and best-known work of French literature in the world. In 2021, the Little Prince will celebrate his 75th birthday.

The face of the coin highlights The Little Prince sitting on the edge of his book. The back of the coin represents the planet on which the Little Prince is sitting, as well as the stars and other planets. The title "The Little Prince" and the “RF” mention are also visible on this side.

The reverse features the logo for the 75th anniversary of the Little Prince. The title of the book "The Little Prince" is available in several languages: French, English, German and Japanese.