10 Euro Silver Coin - Art of the Pen - Jean de La Fontaine - 2021
### Art of the Pen (1.) - Jean De La Fontaine 10 Euro - 22,2 Gram Silver - Proof - Mintage only 3,000 pieces - With Certificate of Authenticity - Delivery in original Box **France** dedicates the new series **The Art of the Pen** to literary styles and authors who have significantly shaped the history of literature in France and abroad. The series starts off with the famous French fabulist **Jean De La Fontaine**. The motive of the **10 euro coin** shows a profile depiction of the poet, who was born on July 8th, 1621. Some famous animals from his fables are also included in the design, forming a unit with his hair. The right edge of the coin features the inscription "Jean de La Fontaine" and the dates "1621" and "1695", while the year of issue "2021" can be seen on the left edge of the coin. The reverse is identical to all coins in the series and features a quill pen, some famous literary quotes, the denomination and the title of the series - "L'art de la plume" - engraved in French. The limited **commemorative coin** in proof quality is delivered in the original box including a certificate of authenticity.