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Royal Canadian Mint's Spring 2007 collectible coin lineup |
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"The Royal Canadian Mint is proud to introduce collector coins that continue to uphold our reputation for exceptional design, quality and technical innovation," said President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint, Ian E. Bennett. "The blend of artistry, technology and historical significance in this latest release is sure to appeal to a broad range of collectors and coin enthusiasts". Here are the featured products in the RCM's latest collectible |
2007 $8 FINE SILVER CHINESE COIN Though a first for the RCM, the square-holed coin dates back more than 2,500 years, when it first appeared as standard currency in China. When Chinese immigrants first came to Canada in the 19th Century, square-holed, or cash, coins continued to be used as trade tokens as tight-knit Chinese communities were established across Canada. With an unusual lucky $8 denomination, this 99.99% silver coin is struck in a proof finish. Limited to a world-wide mintage of 20,000, the coin sold out quickly and is now trading in a speculative market. |
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2007 1/25 OUNCE GOLD COIN - WOLF Fourth in the series of the smallest gold coins ever produced by the RCM, the 2007 1/25 ounce pure gold coin features a female wolf surveying a natural landscape. With a 50-cent denomination and a retail price of $95.00 CDN, this proof collector coin gives more collectors the chance to own a finely crafted piece of 99.99% pure gold. It is also ideal for settling trusts. |
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2007 $30 STERLING SILVER COIN - CANADIAN NATIONAL VIMY MEMORIAL The imposing Vimy Ridge war memorial is the subject of the third coin in a sterling silver series depicting spectacular monuments honouring Canada's war veterans. Issued on the occasion of the 90th anniversary of the Vimy Ridge Victory, the coin elegantly pays tribute to the memory of the thousands of Canadian troops lost in action on French soil during World War I. The reverse of this proof coin bears the image of "Canada mourning her sons" against a background of the engraved ranks of the missing. The world-wide mintage of this coin, available for $89.95 CDN, is limited to 15,000. |
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2007 $20 SILVER COIN - BRIGANTINE The third coin of the popular Tall Ships series features the brigantine, a nimble two-masted sailing vessel that dominated the trade routes of the Americas during the golden age of sail. A vibrant hologram effect brings the design of artist Bonnie Ross to life on this proof 99.99% pure silver coin. Limited to a mintage of 16,000, this coin retails for $84.95 CDN. |
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2007 SPECIAL EDITION PROOF SILVER DOLLAR - CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS This year's special edition proof silver dollar depicts the many pillars of Canada's thriving arts community in a beautifully executed montage. Struck in sterling silver with a proof finish and limited to a world-wide mintage of only 20,000, this sterling silver dollar retails for $59.95 CDN. |
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2007 50-CENT STERLING SILVER COIN - FORGET-ME-NOT The RCM's exclusive selective gold plating technology continues on a new proof 50-cent sterling silver coin. In keeping with the theme of Canada's "golden" flowers, the Golden Forget-Me-Not was chosen for both its delicate beauty and the species' significance as the emblem of the Alzheimer Society of Canada. In recognition of the Society's efforts against a debilitating disease, the RCM will contribute $1.00 CDN to the Alzheimer Society of Canada for each coin sold. Available at $44.95 CDN, this coin is limited to a world-wide mintage of 20,000. It makes a perfect Mother’s Day gift. It was my Mom’s favourite flower. |
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2007 25-CENT COLOURED COIN - RUBY-THROATED HUMMINGBIRD The richly coloured ruby-throated hummingbird is the subject of a new painted 25-cent coin struck in a specimen finish. This instantly recognizable species of hummingbird will also be starring in one of the "wildly" popular Hinterland Who's Who television vignettes. This coin is limited to a mintage of 25,000 and retails for $29.95 CDN. |
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25-CENT CANADA DAY COLOURED COIN AND ACTIVITY KIT The RCM prepares to celebrate Canada's birthday with its seventh Canada Day Coloured 25-cent coin. The coin pays tribute to the RCMP with a depiction of "MacLean the Mountie", wearing the famous Red Serge. The coin is housed in an activity set featuring a trivia quiz and four temporary tattoos perfect for Canada Day celebrations. It sells for just CDN $9.95., making it the most affordable of the Mint’s souvenir collectibles. |
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