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Execution of Maurice d'Elbée - Noirmoutier 1794 ND
| Bronze | 230 g | 76 mm |
| Location | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Commemorative medals › Personality medals |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 230 g |
| Diameter | 76 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#323484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Scene of the execution of the Duke of Elbée in the place of arms of Noirmoutier [85].
Lettering:
EXECUTION DE D'ELBÉE
NOIRMOUTIER 1794
Engraver: Maxime Rips
Edge
Plain
Lettering: (corne) BRONZE
Comment
In January 1794, the Marquis Maurice Gigost d'Elbée, Generalissimo of the Catholic and Royal Army, was shot in Noirmoutier by the Republicans.The Marquis d'Elbée quickly became one of the main generals of the Vendée armies. He was staying on the island of Noirmoutier to recover from his injuries during the Battle of Cholet.
