The face of this coin presents a view of the façade of the institute from the Pont des Arts. A laurel branch symbolizing the rich embroidery of the academicians` costume is also sublimated by a gold deposit.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
RF
INSTITUT
DE
FRANCE
Reverse description
The reverse side shows a modern view of the map of Paris and its districts represented by small pyramids.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
TRESORS DE PARIS
2016
10 EURO
Edge
Smooth
Mint
Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)