In the center of the coin is symbolically represented the Seine, and allows to cut the coin in two, the inscription `REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE` is readable. The Hotel des Invalides is represented in the upper part of the coin. In the lower part of the coin is represented the Grand Palais.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE
Reverse description
On the right-hand side of the coin, a map of Paris showing the location of the Invalides and the Grand Palais. On the left, the Unesco logo, the face value `500 EURO` and the year.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
500 EURO 2015
Paris rives de la seine
GRAND PALAIS INVALIDES
Edge
Plain
Mint
Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)