The coin features the face of French privateer Robert Surcouff in the upper right, with his first and last name `ROBERT SURCOUFF` below. Next to him is a sailboat. Below is the outline of the region of Brittany, with the letters `RF` for République Française. Along the scroll is the name of the region `BRETAGNE`.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
ROBERT SURCOUFF
BRETAGNE RF
Reverse description
The face value between two branches of laurel and oak, surrounded by the French motto and three hexagons.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
EURO 10
2012
Edge
Plain.
Mint
Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)