2026 – 200 Euro Gold PROOF – The Little Prince – Airplane – FRANCE

Official issue from France for the year 2026, with a face value of 200 Euro in gold, minted in PROOF quality, dedicated to the universe of The Little Prince and, in this edition, to the motif of the airplane, a key element in the work of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The coin is minted in fine gold with a PROOF finish, featuring mirror fields and matte reliefs of great definition that enhance the details of the design. The minting process guarantees a high-quality piece, exclusively intended for collecting and high-level precious metal issues. The main motif depicts the Little Prince alongside an airplane, evoking Saint-Exupéry's aviator facet and the beginning of the story. The composition conveys adventure, exploration, and the symbolic dimension of the journey, integrating narrative elements in a balanced, elegant, and contemporary design. The reverse integrates the nominal value of 200 EURO along with the logo of the 80th anniversary of The Little Prince, composed of the character's bust resting on his hand in front of the number 80. The inscription “Le Petit Prince” appears on the perimeter in French, English, German, and Japanese, underlining the universal dimension of the work. The design is completed by the initials RF, the mint and general engraver's marks, as well as the year of issue 2026, maintaining the institutional coherence characteristic of French gold issues. The piece is presented in an official case with a certificate of authenticity. A limited mintage issue, ideal for collectors of PROOF gold, literary series, and high-value commemorative coins within contemporary European numismatics.