French Mint Releases New "Marilyn Monroe 100th Anniversary" Commemorative Coins

Coin Palace Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Kobe), an official agent of The Royal Mint, which sells rare British coins popular for asset preservation, has released the "France 2026 Marilyn Monroe 100th Anniversary Gold/Silver Coins" on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Product Overview On June 1, 1926, under the Los Angeles sky, a baby girl was born. Her name was Norma Jeane Mortenson. The story of "Marilyn Monroe," who would later captivate the world, began here. A Photograph That Changed Her Destiny In 1942, at the age of 16, Norma married for the first time and worked in an aircraft factory during the war. A turning point came suddenly. She caught the eye of a photographer from the Army magazine "Yank," who took a photograph of her. Her radiance in that photo could not be contained within the factory. Despite her husband's opposition, she went to Hollywood alone. She signed with the modeling agency "Blue Book Agency" and began her career as a pin-up girl. This decision was the first step towards her future legend. The Birth of "Marilyn Monroe" Upon signing with 20th Century Fox (now 20th Century Studios), Norma redefined herself. Her stage name "Marilyn" was inspired by Marilyn Miller, a Broadway star of the 1920s. "Monroe" came from her mother's maiden name. Thus, a name known to everyone was born. Sex Symbol and Intellectual Challenger From the 1950s to the 1960s, she was synonymous with the "Blonde Bombshell," exuding an overwhelming presence on screen. However, she was not content with being just a "sex symbol." In an era when women's social status was still low, she established her own "Marilyn Monroe Productions." She challenged the studio-dominated contract system and was a strong-willed producer who sought to carve out her own career proactively. A Life Raced Through at 36 Years Behind the glamorous spotlight, she harbored deep loneliness, suffering from anxiety disorder and chronic insomnia. Her overly sensitive nature consumed her, and on August 5, 1962, she passed away at the young age of 36. What she left behind after racing through her short life are numerous masterpieces and a timeless record of a soul that "strove to be beautiful and true to herself." The obverse is adorned with a beautiful portrait of Marilyn Monroe, surrounded by stars reminiscent of the Hollywood Walk of Fame and inscriptions on the reverse. The reverse features a film reel symbolizing Marilyn Monroe, a microphone representing her singing talent, and motifs of roses and hearts evoking her glamour. Additionally, surrounding these is the inscription in French of Marilyn Monroe's famous quote: "We are all stars and we deserve to shine." Joaquin Jimenez, the lead designer who created these coins, commented on the design as follows: Source: Joaquin Jimenez in seinem Atelier, 2009, by Thouta / CC BY-SA 3.0 Original image here Joaquin Jimenez "Designing this collection as a tribute to Marilyn Monroe was a true challenge for me. I wanted to express not only her radiant beauty and overwhelming screen presence but also the deep sensitivity and indomitable spirit that shaped her life's journey. As a glamorous icon who graced Hollywood in the 1950s, or as a resilient woman who overcame the hardships that came with fame, this collection reflects the multifaceted nature of her artistic legacy. I hope these works will convey her memory to future generations and resonate with people's hearts, just as she herself once did." The legendary actress "Marilyn Monroe," who captivated Hollywood and theaters worldwide. Her brilliant legacy will be eternally told on these coins. You can pre-order them at the Coin Palace online shop, so please take a look. View Details Coin Palace Co., Ltd. Coin Palace Co., Ltd. is an official agent of The Royal Mint, importing and selling coins popular for asset preservation. We are an officially certified dealer that has passed inspections by third-party coin appraisal institutions PCGS and NGC. Our showroom, located on the 30th floor of the Kobe Arts Center, offers panoramic views of Kobe, surrounded by the sea and mountains. Coin Palace Kobe Showroom Founded in Kobe in December 2012. We opened our own online shop in February 2013, responding to the diversifying society surrounding British coins in the era of globalization. In addition, our business activities are diverse, including the publication and translation of books related to British coins, agency services for bidding and exhibiting at world-leading auctions, support for consignment sales, and lectures and workshops on the theme of British coins. 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