High quality and unique coin — fresh from mint. The coin is dated on the reverse. The obverse has the King Charles effigy. This coin weighs 32.75 grams and is 34.5 mm in diameter. It comes in the original black leather clam case and with a uniquely numbered certificate of authenticity. Our ode to engineers has a. Faceted edge and rim. Shaped like the Iron Ring. A most honourable vocation, the field of engineering draws many of Canada’s best and brightest-individuals dedicated to innovation and problem-solving, and improving our lives. Upon earning their degree, Canada’s engineering graduates are invited to take part in an obligation ceremony, where they are conferred the Iron Ring that is a symbol of their professional values and responsibilities. That faceted ring inspired this coin’s uniquely shaped edge, itself an impressive feat of engineering. On the coin’s reverse, the ring-like rim rises up to encircle our homage to Canada’s engineers and their many varied achievements, on the 100?? anniversary of the rite of passage known as The Calling of an Engineer. Honouring Canada’s engineers with our own feat of engineering. A tribute to Canada’s engineers. Celebrate a century of Canadian engineering achievements with this fine silver coin, which commemorates the 100?? anniversary of the Calling of an Engineer-a cherished rite of passage for Canada’s graduating engineers. This is a unique shape that we’ve never produced before, and it was specially designed for this theme. As another nod to engineers, the word “CANADA” appears in blueprint lettering on your coin’s reverse. Only 5,000 coins are available worldwide. The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins. What better way to honour Canada’s engineers than with our own feat of engineering! Led by our R&D team, this is the first coin to feature a faceted edge and rim shaped like the Iron Ring, which symbolizes the pride engineers have in their profession, as well as their obligation. A mix of laser and traditional engraving, the reverse design represents the story and achievements of Canadian engineers over the past 100 years. The Iron Ring doesn’t just represent a milestone for Canadian engineers-it serves as an expression of pride for their profession, a reminder of their duty, and a symbol of their commitment to supporting fellow members of the engineering community. The first ever Calling of an Engineer was held on April 25, 1925, in Montreal, and another ceremony was held one week later, on May 1, 1925, in Toronto. While the original rings were made of iron, most of today’s rings are stainless steel. Enclosed in an oversized capsule for better viewing, your coin is presented in a black Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box. Member of Royal Canadian Numismatic Association. Be sure to add me to your. GST or HST exempt coin. Usually MUCH cheaper for multiples of this item or similar weight/size.. your item is being sent by a cheaper and slower but fully trackable method (3-6 weeks typically). I have no control over how long the postal systems take to get it to you.
