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Proof Pure Silver Coin, a tribute to Canada’s storied history of aviation excellence. Crafted with 0.9999 fine silver, this uncirculated collectible boasts a stunning finish, a testament to the country’s rich mineral heritage and the skill of the Royal Canadian Mint. Each coin comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, detailing the unique serial number and the coin’s purity, ensuring its value and rarity. With its ungraded status, the coin presents an opportunity for enthusiasts and collectors to appreciate or seek a professional grade. Proudly made in Canada, this commemorative coin is a celebration of the nation’s legacy and a bright addition to any collection. Avro Arrow – 1 oz. Heralded in the 1950s as “the symbol of a new era for Canada in the air, ” the Avro CF-105 Arrow was one of this nation’s most outstanding engineering achievements, its impressive altitude and Mach-2 speed capabilities making it one of the most advanced supersonic interceptor jets of its time. It captured the imagination of the Canadian public, and, long after the project’s cancellation in 1959, the Arrow lives on as a delta-winged symbol of Canadian ingenuity and technical achievement. Fine silver coin features the first Arrow, RL-201. Its design reflects the spirit of innovation that produced the storied aircraft in the reflections of Lake Ontario-the very waters over which different scaled models were launched during the development phase between 1954 and 1957. Commend a piece of Canadian aeronautical history with this coin, a tribute to the Avro Arrow, a marvel made in Canada. Own a piece of history with this coin, a tribute to the Avro Arrow, one of the most advanced aircraft of its time. Despite its cancellation in 1959, it remains a symbol of Canadian technical prowess and a valuable addition to any collection. Your coin’s reverse pays homage to the development of the Arrow, depicting RL-201 flying over Lake Ontario. A must-have for Arrow enthusiasts. Your coin’s design and the story it tells make it the perfect gift for aircraft enthusiasts and anyone interested in the history of the Avro Arrow. Designed by a renowned artist. Aviation artist Ardell Bourgeois, known for creating realistic works featured in many museums and magazines, meticulously designed this coin. His designs have also graced several Canadian coins, including the 2012 proof dollar and the Second World War Battlefront: Battle of Britain coin (2015). The Avro Arrow continues to be one of the most in-demand aviation themes. With only 10,000 coins available to collectors worldwide, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Canadian aviation history, so don’t wait! The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins. Composition: 99.99% Pure Silver. Weight: 31.39 g. This year (2025) marks the 80?? anniversary of the founding of A. It folded in 1962 after the Arrow’s cancellation. During the development stage, assessing the Arrow design’s flight ability involved wind-tunnel testing and experiments using scale models. Nine small-scale models-each 1/8 the size of a fully functional jet-were launched on rockets for aerodynamic tests over Lake Ontario, eventually slipping beneath the surfac e. We invite you to explore our collection.