Simone Veil was a French politician and activist born on July 13, 1927 and died on June 30, 2017. She is best known for her role as an advocate for women's rights and social justice.

Simone Veil was an iconic figure in the fight for women's rights in France. As Minister of Health in the 1970s, she played a key role in the legalization of abortion in France, a major step forward for women's reproductive rights.

The Monnaie de Paris pays tribute to this great person through a collection in his honor.