GARGOYLES OF THE WORLD – SACRE-COEUR

Sacré-Cœur – 1 AVDP Oz .999 Fine Copper Round | Gargoyles of the World Series

Description:

Celebrate the guardians of Paris with the Sacré-Cœur copper round, an elegant addition to our Gargoyles of the World Series. Overlooking the city from the heights of Montmartre, the Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur is adorned with a variety of charming gargoyles that continue the Gothic tradition in this Romanesque-Byzantine masterpiece.

Struck in .999 fine copper, this 1 oz AVDP round measures 39mm and features a meticulously detailed depiction of one of Sacré-Cœur’s distinctive gargoyles — a crouching, bat-eared creature peering over the iconic Parisian skyline, complete with architectural landmarks in the distance. The reverse presents the series’ hallmark design — an ornate gothic window motif framing the Gargoyles of the World title, topped by a winged guardian.

The Legend:
Completed in 1914, the Sacré-Cœur Basilica may be newer than many Gothic cathedrals, but its design evokes medieval artistry, including its stone-carved gargoyles. These grotesques serve not only as rain spouts but also as symbolic protectors, warding off evil while providing a whimsical, if eerie, presence among the church’s domes and towers. The basilica’s elevated position makes its gargoyles perfect sentinels over the City of Light.

A must-have for collectors inspired by the rich architectural heritage and mystical lore of Paris.

Highlights:

• Contains 1 oz. AVDP of .999 Fine Copper
• Obverse: Sacré-Cœur’s bat-eared gargoyle perched above the rooftops of Paris
• Reverse: Gargoyles of the World Series design featuring gothic window detailing and winged gargoyle
• Diameter: 39mm