France 2 Euro 2019 Asterix Proof

Asterix is a French comic series with the main characters Asterix and his great friend Obelix. Asterix was conceived by the French cartoonist Albert Uderzo and writer René Goscinny. The series has been released worldwide and translated into more than 100 different languages. The series is set in Gaul the only village which, with the help of a magic potion, was able to resist the invasion of Julius Caesar. This potion makes the Gauls super strong and invincible. Asterix, Obelix and the dog Idefix are central to the many episodes. 60 years ago, on 29th October 1959, the very first episode of Asterix appeared. To commemorate this the 'Monnaie de Paris' (central bank of France) has decided to display a cartoon character on a 2 Euro coin for the first time in the history of the Euro. On this proof quality 2 Euro coin Asterix is pictured looking to the right, with his name written at the top. He wears his well-known Gallic helmet with the characteristic wings. The coin shows 'LX ANS' (60 years) and 'MMXIX' (2019). The abbreviation of the French Republic 'RF' (République Française) is also shown. This beautiful 2 Euro coin in the quality proof is presented in a luxury package and comes with a numbered certificate.