2014 100th Anniversary of the Declaration of the First World War Silver Proof Coin | Royal Canadian Mint
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COIN HIGHLIGHTS
- Ships individually in protective packaging
- Consisting of 3/4 oz of 9999 Fine Silver
- Obverse: Features an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
- Reverse: Features a couple’s emotional farewell at a train station
This coin, designed by Bonnie Ross, commemorates the 100th Anniversary of the Declaration of the First World War, not as a celebration of war and its atrocity, but in memory of the sacrifices made. Time is frozen for the couple on the reverse of this coin as they embrace one last time before his departure. Neither one knows if he will ever return.
Both are uncertain of what lies ahead. In the background there is a train bound for Valcartier Camp and more soldiers, part of the first group of volunteers, also preparing to leave, presumably having already said goodbye to their loved ones. The entire design is encircled by the words "Canada 1914 - 2014 Dollar" and the artists initials.
The obverse features the Susanna Blunt effigy of Elizabeth II and the words "Elizabeth II D.G. Regina"
This coin serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made 100 years ago. The proof finish and maroon clamshell box and serialized certificate add a dimension of craftsmanship and a sense of rare importance to this beautiful coin. Struck in 9999 pure silver with a worldwide mintage of only 40,000 this coin immortalizes the sacrifice of those came before us.
ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT
The Royal Canadian Mint is known as one of the most reputable mints in the world. The Ottawa Branch of the Royal Mint opened in 1908 and was renamed The Royal Canadian Mint in 1931 when control was transferred to the Canadian government. Their high standards for excellence and quality allowed them to be the first refinery to manufacture 9999 fine gold bullion coins in 1982, as well as the first to reach 99999 fine gold purity in 1998.
