Born Aurore Dupin, Georges Sand (1804-1876) was born in Paris. Thanks to both popular and aristocratic ancestry, she became a person with strong political convictions. George Sand counts among the most influential writers of her time. The obverse of the coin shows a George Sand portrait wearing a masculine outfit with top hat. All of that surrounded by her dates and name. In the background, we can find a tapestry coming from the Nohant Castle, the writer’s house, acquired by her paternal grandmother. The obverse of the coin shows a George Sand portrait wearing a masculine outfit with top hat. All of that surrounded by her dates and name. In the background, we can find a tapestry coming from the Nohant Castle, the writer’s house, acquired by her paternal grandmother. The reverse shows George Sand and Frederic Chopin during the time they were in relationship together inspired by Delacroix’ painting. At the background, we can find a music score composed by Chopin during this same time.
Face Value  
Metal  
Fineness  
Weight (g) 
Diameter (mm)  
 
Mintage  
Euro 10
Silver
0,9000
22,200
37,00
Proof
5.000