25 Dollars - Elizabeth II Ville de Paris

Reverse

Ville de Paris in full sail

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VILLE DE PARIS
25 DOLLARS

Edge

Milled

Comment

The Ville-de-Paris was a French warship in service from 1764 to 1782. She was a first-rate ship of the line, carrying 90 then 104 guns on three decks. Captured by the British at the Battle of Les Saintes, she sank in a storm in 1782.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Le Ville-de-Paris est un navire de guerre français, en service de 1764 à 1782. C'est un vaisseau de ligne de premier rang, portant 90 puis 104 canons sur trois-ponts. Capturé par les Britanniques à la bataille des Saintes, il coule en 1782 lors d'une tempête.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the iconic landmarks of Paris, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, along with the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's design is a nod to the cultural and historical ties between the Solomon Islands and France, as the Solomon Islands were a German colony from 1885 to 1914, and were later occupied by Japan during World War II. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.

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