2017 Canada Peace Tower Clock 90th Anniversary 5oz Antiqued Silver Coin. At the stroke of noon on July 1, 1927, the Peace Tower Clock made its debut during Confederations Diamond Jubilee. Now, 90 years later, the commanding timepiece and its copper-clad apex are the pride of Canada! This beloved icon has been painstakingly re-created here in 99.99% pure silver, with two gears crafted from copper that once clad the roofs of Canadas Parliament Buildings. A PIECE OF ART AND A MINT FIRST! Celebrate the 90th anniversary of an iconic timepiece: the Peace Tower Clock. ITS HISTORIC: The two gears are made from oxidized copper that originally clad the roofs of the Parliament Buildings. Its a tangible piece of Canadas architectural historyright in the palm of your hand! NO TWO COINS ARE QUITE ALIKE! To preserve its historical value, the copper has not been melted down: any colour variations or markings occurred naturally during its time on the roofs of Parliament Hillthey also help to make each coin unique! A GLIMPSE AT THE INNER WORKINGS: Both gears have the same number of teeth as their real-life counterparts. AN AGED LOOK AND FEEL: Applied by hand, the coins antique finish enhances the precision engraving and gives it an aged look that reflects 90 years of history. Coin Metal: 9999 pure silver. Coin Weight: 157.6g (5oz). Year of Issue: 2017. Country of Issue: Canada. This features the beloved icon The Peace Tower clock face. It has been painstakingly re-created here in 99.99% pure silver, with two gears crafted from copper that once clad the roofs of Canadas Parliament Buildings. The obverse bears the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell with a black beauty box. A Certificate of Authenticity is enclosed. The item “2017 Canada Peace Tower Clock 90th Anniversary 5oz Antiqued Silver Coin” is in sale since Tuesday, August 15, 2017. This item is in the category “Coins\Coins\World\Canada”. The seller is “minted-uk” and is located in Essex. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Region of Origin: Central America & Canada
- Year of Issue: 2017
- Country: Canada
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
