Obverse

The logotype of the international polar year surrounded by the motto "Freedom equality", inscriptions "International Polar Year", "· The International Polar Year ·" and the dates "2007-2008".
In highlight, the initials "RF", the facial value "1 1/2 euro" and the vintage surrounded by the two different.

Reverse

Representation of the Adélie land. In front, a standing emperor penguin who looks at his little one who turns his head towards him. The Adélie Earth flag is in front of them. Above, the inscription "Land Adélie".