5 Euros (Van Depoele Charles) 2021 front 5 Euros (Van Depoele Charles) 2021 back
5 Euros (Van Depoele Charles) 2021 photo
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5 Euros Van Depoele Charles

2021 year
Silver (.925) 14.60 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Belgium
King
Philippe (2013-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2021
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.52
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
14.60 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#300329
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Portrait of Charles Van Depoele, showing some of his inventions: the electric arc lamp, the dynamo with carbon brushes and the electric streetcar.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Van Depoele Charles
1846-2021

Designer: Luc Luycx

Edge

Plain.

Comment

Writers, scientists, artists, ... Charles Van Depoele was born in Lichtervelde, he left in 1869 for the USA to pursue his career in Detroit. In just a few years, this electrical engineer became a pioneer in electricity, and registered nearly 250 patents to his name.
This piece pays tribute to his ingenious achievements.Automatically translated

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Van Depoele Charles 5 Euro silver coin from Belgium is that it features a unique design that showcases the artwork of Charles Van Depoele, a renowned Belgian artist known for his abstract and surrealist paintings. The coin's design incorporates elements of Van Depoele's art, including geometric shapes and intricate patterns, making it a visually striking piece for collectors and art enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2021  5000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Van Depoele Charles) 2021 coin.