- Country:Canada
- Collection:Gold Commemorative $2500
- Metal:Gold
- Year:2013
- Denomination:$2500
- Finish:Proof
- Weight (oz):32.151
- Purity:0.9999
- Mintage:3
- Product type:Coin
Gorgeous historical design in 1 kilogram of pure gold!
The map of North America is a veritable history book on the societal evolution of the continent. With place-names that can be traced to a multitude of European and Aboriginal cultures, it reveals the diversity of people who played a role in this epic tale that spanned centuries-the French, British, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Danish and First Nation peoples.
Arguably one of the most defining moments in Canada's history, the Seven Years War (1756-1763) was the world's first globalconflict extending far beyond North America to Europe, India and Africa. Your coin maps the legacy of the war while celebrating the 250th anniversary of the end of the Seven Years War.
There are only 20 of these commemorative pure gold coins available. Be oneof a select few to own this coin. Order yours today!
Special features:
¥ Superb engraving and intricate details highlighting a period map and the Royal Arms of the two kingdoms involved.
¥ Elegant design is meticulouslypresented in a beautiful proof finish (frosted raised elements on mirror background).
¥ Struck in 99.99% pure gold and GST/HST exempt.
¥ EXTREMELY LIMITED MINTAGE: only 20 coins available!
Design:
Designed by Canadian artist Luc Normandin, the coin's reverse features a period map inspired by mid-1700s map maker Didier Robert de Vaugondy. The map shows the battlefront region where the Seven Years Warwas fought in North America. The coin also displaysa commemorative banner at its centre, flanked by the Royal Arms of France (left) and Britain (right).
