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20 Euros The Great Air Express Paris-London
| Issuer | Monnaie de Paris |
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| Year | 2004 |
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| Shape | Round |
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| Obverse description | A biplane depicted in takeoff, evoking the historic Paris-London air express route, with a female figure rendered in the foreground. In the background, the silhouette of Big Ben and Tower Bridge identify the London setting. The country identifier 'RF' (République Française) appears in the field, accompanied by the inscription 'LONDRES'. The composition is executed in a stylised Art Deco-influenced manner, emphasising the pioneering spirit of early commercial aviation. |
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| Reverse description | A prominent wind rose (compass rose) occupies the centre of the field, rendered with eight principal points and concentric circular bands, evoking themes of navigation and exploration. The denomination '20 EURO' is inscribed to the left of the central motif, while the date '2004' and the monogram 'RF' appear in the lower portion of the field. The French Republican motto 'LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ' is inscribed along the upper periphery in an arc. The overall design is clean and modern, with strong geometric lines contrasting against the polished proof field. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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