Numismatic

2025 1 oz Proof Gold €200 Tour de France (w/ Box & COA)

This striking 2025 gold coin from the Monnaie de Paris celebrates the world's most famous cycling race, the Tour de France. Struck in one ounce of 0.9999 fine gold with a proof finish, this piece features a highly creative and symbolic design. The obverse presents a cyclist casting a shadow as they journey between two major landmarks of the race, starting from Lille and finishing in Paris. The design cleverly incorporates architectural details into the text, where the letter 'i' in Lille is shaped like a traditional belfry, and the letter 'a' in Paris takes the form of the Arc de Triomphe. The entire outer edge and radiating lines of the coin are styled to mimic the spokes and rim of a bicycle wheel. On the reverse, the coin honors the legendary achievements of the race by depicting the four iconic leader jerseys, representing the yellow, green, red polka dot, and white classifications through distinct markers. The official Tour de France logo is positioned at the top, while the initials 'RF' for République Française, the 200 Euro face value, and the 2025 year of issue are clearly displayed. With an incredibly small mintage of just 112 pieces, this coin is a remarkable tribute to athletic endurance and French national heritage.