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5 Euros La Fontaine - Year of the Rabbit
| Issuer | Monnaie de Paris |
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| Year | 2011 |
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| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
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| Obverse script | Latin/Chinese |
| Obverse lettering | Année du Lapin 兔 2011 RF |
| Reverse description | The reverse presents a portrait of the celebrated French fabulist Jean de la Fontaine in right-facing profile, rendered in fine relief against a decorated field. Surrounding his effigy are representations of all twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac, arranged in a circular composition. The face value '5 EURO', the series inscription 'FABLES DE LA FONTAINE', and the date '2011' appear as legends integrated into the design. The artistic treatment combines classical French engraving tradition with the thematic motifs of the Chinese zodiac, consistent with the broader commemorative series issued by the Monnaie de Paris. |
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