Canadian artist Meghan Sims has created an intriguing design featuring an abstract eye superimposed over a mountain scene representing the institution that CNIB has built during its first century, with “100″ in braille. The passage of time is conveyed by the sun and moon at the centre, where selective green colour transforms the sun into an iris, with the moon as its pupil. Variations in colour, detail and texture symbolize the range of conditions and abilities experienced with sight loss. The curved horizon doubles as an eyelid, its lashes standing as trees in honour of the seven founders of the CNIB; the jack pine embodying the strength and resilience of people living with sight loss. The CNIB’s founders met at the Canadian Free Library for the Blind. Two founders had lost their sight during the war, three suffered sight loss due to illness or trauma, and two were sighted. In the 1920s, the CNIB’s job placement program was one of the first in North America specifically for people with sight loss. It was revolutionary, and significantly improved the prospects for blind Canadians who would otherwise be destined for alife of hardship and poverty. By the 1950s, the CNIB was the largest private non-profit organization of its kind in the world, serving more than 17,000 blind Canadians with a focus on empowering people to live full, independent lives. Today, the CNIB has 50 offices nationwide, and estimates that half a million Canadians have significant sight loss that affects their quality of life. To celebrate its centennial, CNIB is celebrating through honouring and storytelling, with a focus on the people – past and present – who have contributed to changing what it is to be blind today. Individuals with sight loss often have a heightened sense of hearing, smell and touch, with superior cognitive functions such as memory and language. Science continues to explore the brain’s ability to adapt and reorganize itself to compensate for a loss in any of the senses, a field known as cross-modalneuroplasticity. Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell with a black beauty box. 99.99% pure silver, bronze. 50 mm (silver), 52 mm (bronze). Serrated (silver), plain (bronze). Proof (silver), antique (bronze). Meghan Sims (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse).
Composition: 99.99% Silver. Weight (g): 31.39. Design: Every spring, tulips from Holland bloom in Canada’s capital, which is the home of the world’s largest tulip festival. Not only are the flowers a tell-tale sign of spring, they are the symbol of friendship between nations. In 1945-46, Holland presented over 100,000 prized tulip bulbs to Canada in thanks for Canada welcoming Holland’s Crown Princess and her daughters in 1940, and for Canadian soldiers’ efforts to liberate Holland during the Second World War. In 1940, Queen Wilhelmina sent Crown Princess Juliana out of harm’s way to Canada. On 19 January 1943, the only royal baby ever born in North America was born in a room at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. The birth was greeted with hope and strengthened the ties of friendship between Canadians and the Dutch. If you’re lucky, you may spot a pretty, brightly-coloured ladybug inhabiting a vibrant tulip in the spring. Both are warmly welcomed by gardeners as harbingers of spring. The two also share a unique relationship. The ladybug uses the tulip as shelter from predators and as a source of sustenance; much like how Canada was to the Dutch Princesses. In return, the ladybug-one of nature’s most effective pesticides-keeps garden plants and flowers healthy throughout the growing season.
Struck in 0.999 silver with a proof finish, this coin is a testament to the Royal Canadian Mint’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship. The coin comes sealed, preserving its original brilliance and detail. With 1 Troy ounce of pure silver, it is both a precious metal investment and a collectible piece. Please be aware of your local regulations prior to ordering. Check out the store for MANY other Varieties, Sizes, & Colors of the Mighty Maple Leaf!
Struck in 0.9999 pure silver, this uncirculated proof coin captures the essence of Canada’s heritage and beauty, featuring the iconic Halifax Public Gardens in full bloom. Collectors and enthusiasts will appreciate the intricate design and the coin’s historic significance. Certified by the Royal Canadian Mint with a Certificate of Authenticity, it is a proud representation of Canada’s rich culture, elegantly minted for posterity.
This coin is composed of 0.9999 fineness silver and has been certified by NGC with a PF 70 grade, indicating its high quality and pristine condition. Made in Canada, this coin is a valuable addition to any coin collection, showcasing the country’s rich history and wildlife.
CANADA 2014 GRIZZLY BEAR 1oz. Stored in a smoke-free environment. At the time of listing, there are four identical coins available, and the coin(s) you receive will be of the same quality and condition as the one in the photos. Thanks for looking and have a great day! A dynamic image of one of Canada’s most reclusive, massive, and iconic land mammals in its natural environment rendered through dramatic artistry in the Royal Canadian Mint’s stunning 99.99% pure silver. A high-denomination coin whose limited mintage of 50,000 coins and great pricing mean that it is sure to be sought after by collectors. The reverse image by Canadian artist Claudio D’Angelo portrays a massive grizzly bear splashing dynamically through a remote river, having just caught a salmon in its mouth. Presented from the front with its vast head turned to the left side of the coin, the image highlights the large bear’s extremely long front claws and the large musculature of its chest and shoulders. Its platter-sized front paws slap at the churning water as its entire body pounces with graceful strength. Its thick, wet, shaggy fur and colour gradations are beautifully rendered by careful engraving. In the background, a conifer-lined rocky shore gives way to vast mountains on the horizon, above which rises a heavily clouded sky. FEATURES: Produced By: RCM Denomination: 100 Dollars Year: 2014 TECHNICAL SPECS: Diameter: 40mm Material: Silver Fineness: 0.9999 Weight: 31.6 grams Bullion Weight: 1.016 Troy Ounces EXTENDED INFORMATION: Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II Reverse: Grizzly Finish: Matte Proof Quantity Produced: 50,000 Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II.
Mention the word salmon and images of powerful, unstoppable fish swimming upstream immediately come to mind. This 3-coin Series promises to capture fishers hook, line and sinker as it celebrates Canada’s indigenous salmonid species, starting with the Atlantic salmon. This “King of Fish” swims in the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic Oceans-and it’s true to form in this energizing, colour-enhanced design! Coin 1: Atlantic Salmon Coin 2: Arctic Char Coin 3: Sockeye Salmon Comes with a Len Thompson Fishing Lure A FIRST! Your coins are the first where the Royal Canadian Mint has featured a fish in colour on a coin! LARGER THAN YOUR AVERAGE 1 OZ. Fittingly, these coins’ 40 mm size offers a bigger canvas for these beautifully coloured depiction of salmons! Selective colour and finishing technology beautifully enhances the engraved portraits of salmons! First coin design, the Atlantic Salmon: Designed by Canadian artist Curtis Atwater, your coin features the Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) during its upstream journey to spawning grounds in one of the many rivers flowing through the boreal forests of Eastern Canada. In the skilfully engraved background, several migrating salmon can be seen leaping out of the fast-moving waters to ascend the rocky waterfall. Selective colour superbly highlights the salmon in the foreground, whose tail is curled up as it angles forward with great energy. Re-adapting to freshwater conditions, the mature salmon’s glistening appearance has altered from the silver of its saltwater existence to a bronze-green hue with black and reddish spots. The entirety of the design conveys a high sense of energy in this pristine outdoor setting, as water splashes out from these “jumping” fish onto the band that frames the reverse, where the word “CANADA”, the year “2016″, and the face value “20 DOLLARS” are also engraved.
150th Anniversary of the Northwest Territories. It was 150 years ago, in 1870 that the transfer of Rupert’s Land and the North-Western Territory resulted in the establishment of Canada’s first territory. The flora, fauna, landscapes and diverse peoples of the Northwest Territories have made it a cherished part of our Canadian family. But our “oldest” territory is also young at heart, with new generations of artists and innovators that are, today, looking to the past to shape the future of the North. Fine silver coin commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Northwest Territories’ entry into Confederation. Its reverse design is an artistic expression of pride for the territory’s medley of cultures, and for the land that has sustained its inhabitants since time immemorial. Its story is closely tied to the surrounding territories and provinces that were carved from its initial size in 1870. Inclusive Through the various motifs, the reverse design also celebrates the diversity of the cultures represented in the Northwest Territories. Limited to just 2,500 coins worldwide! Through the various motifs, the reverse design also celebrates the diversity of the cultures represented in the Northwest Territories. Packaging: Black clamshell with black beauty box. THIS ITEM IS GST / HST EXEMPT. Citadel Coins Halifax, Nova Scotia Official Royal Canadian Mint Distributor.
2018 Fine Silver 4-Coin Set. Historical Currency of Canada. Playing Cards of New France. This 2018 Historical Currency Canada Playing Cards Of New France Silver Coin Set from the Royal Canadian Mint is a beautiful commemorative piece. The uncirculated coins features the playing cards used as currency in New France during the 17th century. The set comes with a certificate of authenticity from the RCM. This rare unique coin set is a great addition to any collection and a perfect gift for coin enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Canadian history. Mintage: 1,250 (set). Material: 99.99% pure silver. Weight: 47.34 g (each coin). Diameter: 49.8 mm x 28.6 mm (each coin).