Monnaie de Paris Celebrates Concorde, Little Prince and UNESCO World Heritage with New Collectible Coins
Published: February 16, 2026
New Releases from the French Mint
Monnaie de Paris is launching a series of collectible coins in 2026, commemorating significant cultural and historical milestones. The new releases include tributes to the Concorde supersonic jet, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s The Little Prince
, and the Longmen Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Concorde 50th Anniversary
A 10€ Silver Coin has been released to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Concorde. The coin is available in circulating quality.
The Little Prince Commemorative Coin
Fans of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s timeless classic, The Little Prince
, can acquire a 2€ commemorative coin in Brilliant Uncirculated quality. This coin is dated 2026.
UNESCO World Heritage: Longmen Grottoes
Monnaie de Paris is also honoring the Longmen Grottoes in China with a 1/4€ coin in Proof quality, also dated 2026.
Other Collectibles Available
Beyond these new releases, Monnaie de Paris offers a wide range of collectibles, including:
- Mini-medals
- Medals
- Jewels
- State decorations
Several mini-medals are available, including those commemorating the Parisian establishment and Montmartre/Sacré-coeur. A Space Odyssey with Thomas Pesquet 25€ 2 Oz Connected Silver Coin (Proof quality, 2025) is also available.
Additional Items
The Monnaie de Paris also offers items such as paperweight medals, wedding medals, and jewelry, including chains, and medallions.
Pro Tip
Collectible coins can appreciate in value over time, making them a potentially rewarding investment for numismatists.
Interested in learning more about Monnaie de Paris and their latest releases? Visit their official website.
