1 oz Ag Antique Round - 250th of Revere's Ride (Signed COA #7)

• Contains 1 oz of .999 fine Silver.
• APMEXclusive®
• Very limited mintage of only 250 rounds!
• This round has a special antique finish and comes in a box with certificate of authenticity numbered 7 and signed by the designer, Joel Iskowitz.
• Obverse: Features an epic depiction of Paul Revere on horseback, lantern in hand, riding under moonlight to warn fellow colonists of the approaching British forces. Circumscribed are the words "The Ride of Paul Revere" atop the round with "250th Anniversary" at the bottom. This beautiful design was created by celebrated coin designer Joel Iskowitz.
• Reverse: Displays a circle and stars around the assay information with surrounding wedge shaped scenes depicting major moments pertaining to Paul Revere's mission. From the lower left side with the North Bridge and clockwise follows Minute Man, Old North Church, Charles River Crossing, Hancock-Clarke House and finally the Capture of Revere.

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250th Anniversary of Paul Revere's Ride
On the night of April 18, 1775, Paul Revere, a Boston silversmith and patriot, rode through the Massachusetts countryside to warn of an approaching British army. His urgent mission helped start a chain of events that led up to the American Revolution. Revere’s ride has become one of the most famous acts of bravery in American history.

In the years before Revere’s ride, the relationship between the American colonies and Britain had grown tense. The British government passed laws and taxes that many colonists thought were unfair. In Massachusetts, people were especially angry. Groups like the Sons of Liberty organized protests, and towns formed militias called Minutemen. These citizens were ready to fight on short notice.

British leaders wanted to stop the growing unrest. In April 1775, General Thomas Gage planned to arrest two well-known colonial leaders, Samuel Adams and John Hancock, who were staying in Lexington. He also aimed to destroy a supply of weapons stored in Concord, about 20 miles from Boston.

Revere was a key part of a warning system set up by patriots. That night, he arranged for lanterns to shine from the Old North Church to signal the British route: one if by land, two if by sea. Then he crossed the Charles River and began his ride. He passed through towns like Charlestown, Medford, and Arlington, waking people and telling them that British soldiers were on the move.

Revere was not alone. William Dawes and Dr. Samuel Prescott also rode to spread the alarm. Together, they warned many people along the way. Revere was later stopped by British troops, but Prescott escaped and reached Concord to complete the mission.

By sunrise, the first shots were fired at Lexington and Concord. These battles marked the start of the war between Britain and the colonies. Because of the midnight riders, local militias were ready to face the British troops. Their efforts helped shape the beginning of a new nation.

Paul Revere’s ride has become a symbol of courage and action. A poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow made the story famous, though it added some details that weren’t entirely true. Still, it captured the feeling of that night and the bravery it took to ride out into danger.

Now, 250 years later, Paul Revere’s ride still inspires us. It shows how one person’s actions, working as part of a team, can help bring about great change. His story reminds us to stay alert, stand together, and act when freedom is at risk.