⁣⁢Elizabeth II, born in 1926 in London, became in 1952 the longest-reigning sovereign in British history, after voluntarily enlisting in the armed forces during World War II. A major figure in contemporary history, she embodies a lasting and respected female authority, exercised with discretion and a sense of
duty, while strengthening the United Kingdom's international influence.⁤⁣

OBVERSE

On the obverse of this coin is engraved a portrait from one of her last visits to France, along with her birth and death dates. In the background, her sovereign's monogram.

REVERSE

⁣⁢The reverse depicts various headwear representing important periods of her life:
- Her coronation crown, symbolizing her life as a sovereign
- Tricorne hat worn during the Trooping the Colour ceremony at Horse Guards Parade (review of the guard, presentation of the royal standard to the guard)
– Mechanic's cap⁤⁣

In the background are represented the British emblems: the thistle for Scotland, the rose for England, the shamrock for Ireland, and the leek for Wales. The privy marks of the Paris Mint and that of Joaquin Gimenez, chief engraver of the Paris Mint, are also present, as is the year 2026.