Obverse: The obverse features the denomination within a circle of twelve stars symbolizing Europe. The surrounding inscriptions read “RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE”, “100 FRANCS” and “15 euro”.
Reverse: The reverse depicts the famous Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, Denmark. The inscriptions “PETITE SIRÈNE” and “COPENHAGUE” surround the image, with the year “1997” shown below.
About the coin: This commemorative 100 Francs / 15 Euro silver coin was issued in France in 1997 as part of the “Monuments of Europe” series. It honors the Little Mermaid statue, one of Denmark’s most iconic landmarks inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale. The coin is struck in .900 fine silver, weighs 22.2 g and has a diameter of 37 mm, making it a popular collector’s item.
