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50 Euros Washington in Boston
2021 year| Gold (.999) | 7.78 g | 22.20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 50 Euros 50 EUR = USD 55 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 7.78 g |
| Diameter | 22.20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315703 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Washington, leading four officers on horseback toward the city of Boston. To the right of the piece is a fort, cannons and cannonballs lying on the ground, and British ships fleeing the city.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HOSTIBUS PRIMO FUGATIS
2021
BOSTONIUM RECUPERATUM
XVII MARTI
MDCCLXXVI
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin commemorates George Washington's siege of Boston, the insurgents' first major victory over the United Kingdom. The coin is directly inspired by the famous medals produced by France in the 18th century to pay tribute to the great moments of the War of Independence. Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of George Washington, the first President of the United States, on one side, and an image of the city of Boston on the other side. This is a unique design choice, as most coins feature images of historical figures or landmarks from the country of issue, rather than from another country. This coin was issued by France in 2021 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Washington's birth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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