1150 years of minting coins

In my mind there is one mint in the world that has more artistic excellence, minting quality and a general je ne sais quoi than any other. It is the French Mint – or to give it its proper title La Monnaie de Paris.

Founded by Charles the Bald in 864, this year marks La Monnaie de Paris 1150th year of minting coins.

Over the years they have created some of the most exceptional coins and medals that I have ever seen. And they have worked with many of the very finest names in designer excellence. Names like Cartier and Baccarat.

Their pieces are exquisite. They are more than coins and medals – they are true pieces of art.

But, as you can imagine, they are also amongst the hardest pieces to get hold of.

With their age-old expertise, Monnaie de Paris is responsible for the striking of circulating coins, collector coins, medals, official decorations, casts and works of art. But they only entrust the conception of their products to the greatest artists.

Of course, as a work of art you should only consider owning a piece if you love it.

La Monnaie de Paris Bronze Medal

Secure your own artistic masterpiece…

The Westminster Collection has managed to secure a 50 piece initial reservation for La Monnaie de Paris’ tribute to the soldiers of the First World War.

What makes this commemorative medal such an artistic masterpiece is the quality with which it has been struck from 13oz of solid bronze to its unparalleled antique finish.

The overall depth of engraving and striking creates a truly 3-dimensional piece, unlike any normal proof coin you will have seen.

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