2017 Royal Canadian Mint: The Beautiful Coasts of Canada
Nothing truly compares to the beautiful gifts that Mother Nature provides. Canadians who live on or near the coastal regions of the country witness this firsthand on a daily basis. Visitors from inland as well as around the world get to bask in this natural haven for the duration of their visits. And of course, it is always heartrending to leave such splendor behind. But, you can take a little piece of this majestic beauty home with you if you acquire one of the 2017 Royal Canadian Mint coins designed to celebrate the beautiful coasts of Canada.
A Few Facts About The Canadian Coastline
As the second-largest country in the world Canada’s coastline is pretty impressive in size. In fact, Canada has the longest coastline in the world (200,000 Km). This includes the coasts of the islands that fall within the Canadian territory. The Canadian Coasts are home to a plethora of wildlife plants and animals and this makes for quite an attractive scenery. Some of the wildlife citizens that will wow you with their grace, beauty, and antics on the Canadian coasts are the over thirty species of whales and dolphins that class the place home, marine turtles and sea otters. If you spend time on the coast you’re also likely to see a number of birds and other land-based animals. When you really take the time to indulge in the beauty that emerges when the flora and fauna intertwine, you’ll most certainly be captivated by the breathtaking sights and sounds.
To declare that Canada’s coastal areas are beautiful would be a big understatement. The Canadian coast has a beauty that rivals those seen around the globe. The Canadian coastline is the longest in the world and along its expanse, visitors can find luxurious natural scenery and serenity that puts the soul at ease. Some of the more popular beaches include; Long Beach and Wreck Beach both located in British Columbia, Hopewell Rocks in New Brunswick and Basin Head in Prince Edward Island. As a result, people from around the world travel great distances to enjoy this beauty.
The Canada Coast Series - Bringing the Coast Closer to You
The Canada Coast Series released in 2017 was Royal Canadian Mint’s way of paying homage to Canada’s beautiful coasts. The set includes three spectacular coins, each presenting the beauty of the Canadian coast in a different way. Three main Canadian coastal regions are reflected in the set, the Pacific coast, the Atlantic Coast and the Arctic Coast.
On the face of each coin, you’ll see a view of the Canadian coast from the perspective of an arriving visitor. Each image, therefore, reflects an image that is part water and part land. Embedded in the image is a large Maple leaf, with the top appearing above the land in the sky. The bottom portion of the Maple leaf is hidden behind the mountain range while the top is reflected in the water below. The Maple leaf takes on a different hue (red, orange, golden-yellow) in each coin.
The images depicted have distinguishing features that allow the observer to discern the coastal region being showcased. On the coin depicting the Arctic coast, for example, you’ll see a dolphin basking in the water, while on the Pacific Coast coin you’ll see an orca as well as a forest leading to the mountain and on the Atlantic Coast coin there's a lighthouse in front of the mountain as well as a humpback whale diving, partially submerged in the water.
Each coin bears a 20 dollar face value and is made of 99.99% silver with a proof finish. The 2017 Canada Coast Series reveals Royal Canadian Mint’s appreciation of the natural beauty that lives on the coast of Canada and in your hand, or as a gift to someone else, this series can inspire and nurture a deep and healthy love for the coast.
