Obverse: the obverse depicts the famous sculpture “La Source” (The Source), created by French sculptor Aristide Maillol. The inscriptions “La Source”, “RF” (République Française), and the year of issue 1996 appear alongside the sculpture.
Reverse: the reverse features the denomination “10 Francs” and its equivalent “1/2 euro”, surrounded by the twelve stars of the European Union. Around the edge are the inscriptions “Trésors des Musées d'Europe” (Treasures of Europe’s Museums) and France’s national motto “Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité” (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity).
About the coin: this silver coin belongs to the French “Treasures of Europe’s Museums” series, dedicated to renowned European works of art. It commemorates Aristide Maillol’s sculpture “La Source”, representing nature, life, and the source of existence. The coin was issued during the transition period before the introduction of the euro and displays values in both francs and euros.
