- Country:Canada
- Collection:Silver Commemorative $250 1 Kilo
- Metal:Silver
- Year:2015
- Denomination:$250
- Finish:Proof
- Weight (oz):32.151
- Purity:0.9999
- Mintage:500
- Product type:Coin
A FIRST! Feature a hologram struck over an engraved surface!
For over a hundred years, the mighty maple leaf has been used as a beloved symbol for Canada-one that has been immortalized in songs and artwork, and featured on everything from pins, badges and backpacks to banknotes and the flag. While several different maple species are native to Canada, the general outline of their leaves is instantly recognizable, and has become synonymous with national pride and identity. Celebrate one of Canada's most beloved icons with this year's stunning MapleLeaf Forever coin, which features two shimmering leaves from a silver maple (Acersaccharinum).
Must be seen to believe! A breathtaking, one-of-a-kind addition to your silver kilogram collection! Order yours today before they're all gone!
Special features:
¥ A FIRST! This one kilogram coin is the largest coin to feature a hologram!
¥ A FIRST! Features a hologram struck over an engraved surface! This feat of innovation further accentuates the details of the coin's design while adding spectacular dimension and colour to the coin!
¥ GRAPHIC BEAUTY BOX! This coin comes packaged ina graphic beauty box that features a holographic foil leaf motif, mirroring the innovative holographic effect found on the reverse image of the coin.
¥ MULTIPLE POLISHES! This proof coin has been accented withmultiple polishes that not only highlight the relief, but also create subtle differences in the way light is refracted between the two leaves. The background of the coin has also been coloured bright whiteto enhance the contrasting colours of the hologram.
¥ SPARKLE TO THE LEAVES! This unique effect was createdby tiny facets that were struck into the coin, which allow light to be refracted from various angles. This causes an iridescent hue that is viewed by turning the coin from side to side.
¥ This spectacular coin exemplifies the innovative craftsmanship for which the Royal Canadian Mint is world-renowned.
¥ Your coin is GST/HST exempt.
About the Design:
The reverse design by Canadian artist Celia Godkin features two silver maple (Acer saccharinum) leaves. With their five deeply divided lobes and dentate leaf margins, each silver maple leaf is an image of delicate natural beauty as one leaf lies superimposed over the other, their long petioles crossed, as though each had softly fallen to the ground on a beautiful autumn day. A struck hologram across the entirety of the engraved leaf's undulating surface; allows natural light to be refracted from different angles as the coin is tilted from side to side, creating an iridescent rainbow effect that has been enhanced by the use of multiple polishes. The overall effect is an exquisite coin that is brimming with dynamic movement, dazzling colour and remarkable depth.
