This coin is part of what is possibly one of the most exciting series’ recently released by the Royal Canadian Mint, which reflects on significant milestones and eras in Canadian exploration throughout history. It also aims to capture the joy of adventure and discovery, esteeming the bold explorers who were pioneering people whose thirst for the unknown has shaped Canada’s identity. This particular coin showcases an exceptionally-crafted depiction of two prospectors on a quest for gold. We can see in the foreground a highly-detailed portrait of a man crouched, panning in a river-bed, while another stands in the distance, surveying the land for more potential sites. There are two particularly iconic stretches of gold rush history in Canada: the caribou gold rush, which took place in British Columbia, and the Klondike gold rush, which occurred in the Yukon region of Northwestern Canada. This image captures the adventure and intrigue of looking for gold, wonderfully struck into two-thirds of an ounce of 99.99% fine silver with a matte-proof finish. This 10-coin series is a stunning way to visit Canada’s long and colourful exploratory history.
Diameter: 36.07mm
Weight: 23.17g
Finish: Matte Proof
Material: Pure Silver
Fineness: 0.9999
Bullion Weight: 0.745 Troy Ounces
Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II
Reverse: Quest for gold
Finish: Matte Proof
Series: Exploring Canada
Quantity Produced: 15,000
Theme: The Gold Rush
Artist: John Mantha
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