Third coin in an exciting 13-coin series as Canada celebrates its
150th anniversary.
Based on a photograph by Canadian photographer Dale Wilson, the reverse offers a sea-level view of the
rocky shoreline at Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia. The sun’s first rays appear in the horizon to the east, over the
calm waters of the Atlantic Ocean; while its return adds a warming glow to the winter sky, the faint daylight
illuminates the wave-battered rocks that line this inlet. The iconic Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse is seen rising up
toward the sky—a familiar landmark since its construction in 1915 (on the site of the previous 1868 light),
and arguably is one of the world’s most photographed lighthouses. The application of vibrant colour over
engraving recreates the life-like qualities of the original photograph, including the golden hues of the sunrise
in a setting that is otherwise dominated by dark blue and grey colours. The reverse also features the
engraved word “CANADA” and the dates “1867-2017” to commemorate the 150th anniversary of
Confederation.
Diameter: 34mm
Material: Silver
Fineness: 0.9999
Bullion Weight: 0.51 Troy Ounces
Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II
Finish: Matte Proof
Series: Celebrating Canada's 150th
Quantity Produced: 25000
Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II
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