France – NOTRE DAME Official Euro set 8 coins, 2025

Erected in the 12th century at the instigation of Bishop Maurice de Sully, Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral is a jewel of Gothic architecture that has dominated the Ile de la Cite for over eight centuries. This architectural masterpiece, characterized by its slender buttresses and flamboyant rose windows, bears witness to the skills of medieval builders and has been the scene of many major historical events, such as the coronation of Napoleon Bonaparte. Today, it remains a place of religious and intellectual pilgrimage, attracting millions of visitors from all over the world, making it the most visited monument in France and Europe. The reconstruction of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, after the devastating fire of April 15, 2019, was a project of exceptional scale, embodying both the resilience and excellence of French heritage. It took five years for craftsmen and heritage architects to bring the Paris cathedral back to life, through a colossal project to rebuild Viollet-le-Duc's roof, vaults and spire. This year, Monnaie de Paris is honoring the reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris to the public by minting a commemorative 2 euro coin, engraving for all eternity the lines of this jewel of Gothic art. Limited to 1,000 copies only, this miniset includes the 2 euro Notre-Dame de Paris commemorative coin in Brilliant Uncirculated quality.