Coins and commemorative medals related to Notre Dame can refer to two main topics:
- Notre Dame de Paris (the Cathedral):
– Commemorative medals and coins celebrating the historical significance and architectural beauty of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France.
– Special coins issued to commemorate the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral after its restoration, sometimes in sets of two.
– Notable examples include a 1 Kilo pure gold coin featuring the contours of an ogee bay and the rebuilt spire, and a 2001 souvenir coin sold in a gift box.
– Commemorative coins highlighting the restoration process, featuring imagery related to the scaffolding and artisans involved in the rebuilding efforts, like the French Excellence – Notre-Dame de Paris collection. This collection includes different denominations in silver and gold, with features like a chip that, when scanned, provides a digital certificate of ownership for the 25-euro silver coin.
– A High Relief Antiqued Colorized Coin featuring the Notre Dame Cathedral, issued by Niue.
– A gold-colored souvenir coin by Arthus Bertrand featuring the Notre Dame de Paris and Grandes Orgues.
- The University of Notre Dame (the Fighting Irish):
– Commemorative coins featuring the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish logo and imagery.
– An officially licensed silver-plated coin, often available as a collectible, with a limited edition of 5,000, individually numbered, and including a certificate of authenticity.
– A coin featuring the Notre Dame mascot and “Touchdown Jesus” along with the phrase “Play Like A Champion Today”, available as a souvenir item.
– A Highland Mint Notre Dame Fighting Irish Silver Mint Coin in silver, sometimes available as a limited edition of 5,000.
– A coin commemorating the 1988 National Champions of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
– A commemorative coin featuring Rev. Theodore Hesburgh, a beloved professor and administrator at the University of Notre Dame.
– The University of Notre Dame’s Special Collections department holds an extensive numismatic collection, including various US and world coins, and colonial British American currency.
In conclusion, “Notre Dame coin” can refer to a variety of items ranging from commemorative medals celebrating the iconic Parisian Cathedral to collectible coins featuring the logo and symbols of the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
What was found at the bottom of Notre-Dame cathedral?
I can help with that. “Lost Tombs of Notre Dame”
During restoration work after the devastating 2019 fire at Notre Dame de Paris, two lead sarcophaguses were discovered under the cathedral’s stone floor.
Was the crown of thorns saved from Notre-Dame?
Members of the Paris Fire Brigade saved the relic during the Notre-Dame de Paris fire of April 15, 2019.
What quarter is Notre-Dame in Paris?
I can help with that. The Latin Quarter borders the Île de la Cité, a small island on the Seine that is home to Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral.
What is the monnaie de Paris coin?
I can help with that. The Monnaie de Paris (French pronunciation: [mɔnɛ də paʁi], Paris Mint) is a government-owned institution responsible for producing France’s coins.