- Country:Canada
- Collection:Silver Commemorative $15
- Metal:Silver
- Year:2014
- Denomination:$15
- Finish:Proof
- Weight (oz):0.745
- Purity:0.9999
- Mintage:5775
- Product type:Coin
As long as there have been people on Earth, there have been explorers-pioneering individuals with one eye trained on the horizon, eager to know what lies beyond, and always ready to break a new trail towards the future. But their adventure never ends, because every destination inspires another. Exploration-that irrepressible spirit of discovery-fuels the life and passion of individuals. It drives the evolution of their community, and ultimately shapes the future of their nation.
A fabulous keepsake that will be cherished by amateur cartographers, history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts; a fascinating look at Canada's rich, storied, past. Order yours today!
Special features:
¥ Explore Canada with this 10-coin series; coins are launched monthlyfrom June 2014 to April 2015, offered individuallyor in a 10-coin subscription program.
¥ This is the sixth coin in this exciting 10-coin series showcasing Canadian exploration and history.
¥ CelebrateCanada's great mapmaking saga-three centuries of rugged adventure and scientific finesse as countless pioneering cartographers mapped this continent's vast frontiers; beautifully crafted in this 99.99% pure silver coin.
¥ Limited to 15,000 coins worldwide-a highly desirable collectible.
¥ Your coin is GST/HST exempt.
About the Design:
The reverse design by Canadian artist John Mantha honours the countless cartographers who contributed to the map of Canada, with a design featuring David Thompson (1770-1857), celebrated as North America's "greatest geographer."
