Description

In 2023, the Monnaie de Paris partnered with renowned French pastry chef Pierre Hermé to celebrate artistic craftsmanship. Both members of the Colbert Committee, these institutions combined their expertise to unveil an exclusive collection of coin designs shaped like macarons, the iconic pastry of Maison Pierre Hermé. This prestigious collaboration integrates mastery of craftsmanship, pursuit of excellence, and the boundless creativity of Pierre Hermé and Joaquin Jimenez, while reflecting the aesthetic principles cherished by both establishments.

Pierre Hermé, often hailed as "the Picasso of Pastry," embarked on his culinary journey at 14 under the mentorship of Gaston Lenôtre. He established Maison Pierre Hermé Paris in 1998 with Charles Znaty, opening his first boutique in Tokyo, followed by Paris. Hermé's innovative approach to pastries, macarons, and chocolates quickly gained global acclaim, with further expansions across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Recognized as a Chevalier of Arts and Letters and decorated with the Legion of Honour, Hermé continues to push culinary boundaries, launching an online class, "Iconic Pastries," on PastryClass in October 2023.

Designer: Joaquin Jimenez