{"product_id":"2026-200-celebrating-canadas-diversity-resilience-and-unity-1oz-pure-gold-coin","title":"2026 $200 Celebrating Canada's Diversity: Resilience and Unity 1oz. Pure Gold Coin (No Tax)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026 $200 Celebrating Canada's Diversity: Resilience and Unity 1oz. Pure Gold Coin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tmx-pdp__about-short-desc default-links\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tmx-rtf-medium-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCelebrate Filipino heritage in Canada with this 99.99% pure gold coin.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-component-id=\"72c5446842\" data-component=\"Readmore\" class=\"tmx-pdp__about-desc default-links\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-readmore-container-text=\"\" class=\"tmx-pdp__about-desc-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing cultural communities, Filipino Canadians enrich our cultural and social landscape through creativity, resilience, and \u003cem\u003ebayanihan\u003c\/em\u003e—a tradition of unity and communal support in times of need and in times of joy. The wide-ranging contributions of Filipino Canadians span the arts, healthcare, education, and countless other fields, reflecting a deep commitment to community, heritage, and collective progress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 99.99% pure gold coin reflects that living legacy with a symbolic design that blends traditional artistry with a modern touch. At its heart lies genuine mother of pearl, long cherished in Filipino craftsmanship for its iridescent beauty and its association with nature’s gifts. Dynamic and refined, the piece celebrates Filipino artistry and the enduring spirit of Filipino culture—rooted in tradition, yet continually evolving within Canada’s vibrant multicultural story.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShining in gold: A Filipino-Canadian cultural celebration. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Philippines, one of Canada’s top three sources of immigration, is home to an incredible diversity—more than 185 languages and nearly 100 different ethnic groups thrive across its 7,000+ islands\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"blurb-block__title\"\u003eGenuine Mother of pearl\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tmx-blurb-block__wysiwyg\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn your coin’s reverse, the iridescent centrepiece is genuine mother of pearl, an organic gem that is an important part of the Filipino art tradition, where delicate inlays bring luminous beauty to jewellery, furniture and design. Here, it represents the Philippines’ rich biodiversity and national treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"blurb-block__title\"\u003eElaborate symbolism\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tmx-blurb-block__wysiwyg\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the mythical Sarimanok to okir, the precision-engraved symbols capture the Philippines’ living traditions and reflect an enduring cultural pride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse design by Filipino-Canadian artist Bert Monterona features concentric rings composed of symbolic motifs, each representing unique facets of Filipino culture and the enduring values of resilience and unity. Forming the outermost ring, the rope motif symbolizes interconnected strength and diversity, while a row of triangular patterns evokes both the country’s mountain ranges and festive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ebanderitas\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, reflecting the Filipino spirit of resilience and celebration. The next row features the swimming Sarimanok, the mythical bird representing migration, adaptability, and perseverance. Interwoven heart motifs follow, expressing love, compassion and the deep sense of community that unites Filipinos. Further in, Canadian sugar maple leaves blend seamlessly with plant-based okir motifs, symbolizing unity between the two cultures. At the centre, genuine mother of pearl crowns the engraved sun motif to represent freedom, unity, and cultural treasures. The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRCM Number: 254796 \u003cbr\u003eMintage: 275 \u003cbr\u003eComposition: 99.99% pure gold with genuine mother of pearl \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 31.16 g \u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 30 mm \u003cbr\u003eFace Value: $200 \u003cbr\u003eFinish: Proof \u003cbr\u003eEdge: Serrated \u003cbr\u003eArtist: Bert Monterona (reverse), Steven Rosati (obverse)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCelebrate Filipino-Canadian heritage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMasterfully crafted in 1 oz. of 99.99% pure gold and rich in symbolism, this coin celebrates Filipino culture in Canada. Its design pays tribute to the Filipino-Canadian community and the enduring spirit of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ebayanihan\u003c\/em\u003e—the collective strength that uplifts and unites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoin #7.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSeventh coin in our annual series highlighting the cultural and historical diversity of Canadian society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst RCM collaboration.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis is our first collaboration with internationally acclaimed visual artist Bert Monterona. Based in West Vancouver, B.C., Bert works across painting, sculpture and installation to explore culture, identity and social justice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd rarity to your collection.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMintage is limited to. just 275 coins worldwide. Also available in 1 oz. 99.99% pure silver with simulated mother of pearl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified gemstone.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFor peace of mind, and the assurance of quality and authenticity, each coin comes with a separate certificate for the mother of pearl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo GST\/HST.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour coin is encapsulated and presented in a black Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a graphic beauty box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Colonial Acres Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52791226597665,"sku":"WDS-254796","price":8849.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/1744\/7457\/files\/254796.jpg?v=1781695864","url":"https:\/\/www.colonialacres.com\/products\/2026-200-celebrating-canadas-diversity-resilience-and-unity-1oz-pure-gold-coin","provider":"Colonial Acres Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}