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250 Euros Battle of Cowpens
2024 year| Silver (.999) | 500 g | 85 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2024 |
| Value | 250 Euros 250 EUR = USD 274 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 500 g |
| Diameter | 85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled (high relief) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#428486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The General-in-Chief leading the charge on horseback, followed by his troops on foot, overthrowing the fleeing English adversary. It is signed by the engraver Augustin Dupré, then general engraver of the Monnaie de Paris. The face value and the different have been added to the reverse.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA LIBERTATIS VINDEX .
250 EURO
FVGATIS CAPTIS AVT CAESIS
AD COWPENS HOSTIBVS
XVII . JAN . MDCCLXXXI
DUPRE INV ET F
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Battle of Cowpens coin commemorates a significant event in American history. The Battle of Cowpens was a decisive victory for American forces during the Revolutionary War, which took place on January 17, 1781, in South Carolina. The coin's design features a depiction of the battle, with American troops led by General Daniel Morgan charging against British forces. The coin's obverse side features an image of the French Republic's emblem, highlighting France's support for the American cause during the war.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 250 Euros (Battle of Cowpens) 2024 coin.
