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5 Euros Monnaie de Paris
| Issuer | Monnaie de Paris |
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| Year | 2014 |
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| Value | 5 Euros |
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| Reverse description | The reverse displays a composition of three medieval gold coins attributed to Charlemagne (Carolus), rendered in high relief against a background of manuscript text in archaic Latin script, evoking the Carolingian monetary tradition. The large numeral '5' appears prominently to the lower left, and the word 'EURO' is inscribed in bold capital letters along the lower edge. The surrounding field is densely engraved with excerpts from a period document referencing Carolingian monetary history. The circular legend reads 'GLORIA SIT XPO REGI VICTORIA CARLO', alluding to the glory of Christ the King and the victory of Charles. |
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| Mintage | 2014 - Proof - 5,916 |
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Issued as part of Monnaie de Paris's "Petit Trésor" series aimed at making gold ownership accessible at a low entry price, this miniature piece reflects a deliberate commercial strategy rather than a monetary policy decision. The French mint has produced fractional gold in this format since the early 2010s, competing directly with bullion products from PAMP and the Perth Mint in the gift and collectibles market.
At 0.5 grams, the gold content is nominal — premium over spot is typically steep, which has drawn consistent criticism from bullion investors while the collector market remains indifferent to melt value.