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2015 Canada $100 200th Ann. Birth of Sir John A. Macdonald 14K Gold
Despite its relative youth, Canada boasts a rich political history whose past leaders, through now, left a lasting mark on the nation Canada was to become. This gold coin celebrates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Canada's first Prime Minister, Sir John A. Macdonald.
The reverse design by Canadian artist Glen Green pays tribute to Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada's first Prime Minister and a Father of Confederation. His reputation as a nation builder is symbolized by the modern-day map of Canada, which stretches from one side of the image field to the other and overlaps beyond the image rim. As one of Macdonald's achievements, the completion of the Canadian Pacific railway is represented here by the steam locomotive no. 374 - the first transcontinental passenger train to arrive in Vancouver in 1887. A side profile of Sir John A. Macdonald is portrayed on the right side of the image field, overlapping the rim, while the commemorative dates "1815-2015" signal the bicentennial of his birth.
Specifications:
Item Number: 140571
Composition: 14 karat gold
Mintage: 1,500
Weight (g): 12
Diameter (mm): 27
Face Value: $100
Finish: Proof
Edge: Serrated
Special Features:
- The Royal Canadian Mint's world-renowned annual $100 gold coin commemorates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Canada's first Prime Minister, Sir John A Macdonald.
- The artistry of the coin draws on a strikingly original portrait of Sir John A. Macdonald by Canadian artist Glen Green, along with one of Macdonald's achievements, the completion of the Canadian Pacific railway, represented here by the steam locomotive no. 374 against a modern-day map of Canada.
- This beautiful coin is an excellent addition to any collection focused around the celebration of Canadian history. It is sure to be sought-after among collectors.
- Features an intricate and elegant design finely engraved and meticulously presented in a beautiful proof finish (frosted raised elements on mirror background); a testimony to the exceptional talents of the designer and unparalleled RCM craftsmanship.
Packaging:
Maroon clamshell with black beauty box
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