2022 France The Louvre 10 Euro 22.2g Silver Proof Coin

Key Features:

• Struck from 22.2g of .999 fine silver
• Official Proof quality release from Monnaie de Paris
• Unique shaped coin inspired by the Great Sphinx of Tanis
• Celebrates the 200th anniversary of the deciphering of hieroglyphs and the 100th anniversary of Tutankhamun’s tomb discovery
• Limited mintage of only 5,000 coins worldwide

The 2022 France The Louvre 10 Euro 22.2g Silver Proof Coin is a stunning collaboration between the prestigious Monnaie de Paris and the world-renowned Louvre Museum, bringing together two icons of French excellence.

Issued as part of the French Excellence – Louvre Museum collection, this remarkable shaped coin celebrates two major milestones in Egyptian history: the 200th anniversary of Jean-François Champollion’s deciphering of hieroglyphs (1822–2022) and the 100th anniversary of the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb.

Struck from 22.2 grams of .999 fine silver in exceptional Proof quality, the coin is shaped to faithfully reproduce the famous Great Sphinx of Tanis displayed within the Louvre Museum. The detailed design highlights the artistry and mystery of ancient Egypt while showcasing the craftsmanship of Monnaie de Paris.

The reverse features imagery inspired by treasured Egyptian artefacts housed in the Louvre, including the gold-encrusted bronze case of the Divine Worshipper Shepenupet and the god Amun watching over the young Tutankhamun. A pyramid design and Tutankhamun cartouches further reinforce the coin’s historical theme, alongside the denomination and “RF” for République Française.

With a limited worldwide mintage of just 5,000 pieces, this release is a highly collectible tribute to Egyptian civilisation, historical discovery, and French cultural heritage.