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5. Monnaie de Paris, France (864 AD)
Monnaie de Paris, established in 864 AD, is France’s oldest mint and the longest-running institution of its kind. This historic mint has produced currency, medals, and collectibles for over 1150 years. Its significance soared during the French Revolution and continues to be integral to France's economic identity, even playing a role in the recent adoption of the Euro.