- Country:Canada
- Collection:Silver Commemorative $15
- Metal:Silver
- Year:2016
- Denomination:$15
- Finish:Proof
- Weight (oz):0.745
- Purity:0.9999
- Mintage:9997
- Product type:Coin
A tribute to our heroes-firefighters! Order today!
$5 from your purchase of the "Firefighters"coin, the first coin in the National Heroes series,will be donated to the Red Cross Alberta Fires Appeal (Fort McMurray)
Your pure silver coin is a poignant tribute to firefighters and the dangers they face every time they answer the call of duty. The background features a burning home while selective colour highlights the firefighter inthe foreground. He has just emerged from the house with the family dog-a heartwarming image that reflects the depth of a firefighter's commitment to preserve and protect all life.
A heartfelt way to recognize the valour and dedication of these men and women, who face dangereach day in the line of duty! Order today!
Special features:
FIRST coin in a new series that honours our everyday heroes, and pays tribute to their dedication to their community and beyond. Other coins in the series include: paramedics, police, and military.
Selective colour over engraving brings tolife this depiction of a courageous firefighter inaction.
Crafted in 99.99% pure silver, your coin is GST/HST exempt!
About the Design:
Designed by Canadian artist Ken Ryan, your coin uses selective colour over engraving to create a timeless portrait of a firefighter in the line of duty. In the engraved background, flames and smoke pour out of a residential home as the firefighter emerges in the foreground; he is depicted in full turnoutgear, including a red helmet with visor and a tan-coloured jacket with reflective yellow-green and silver trim. Beneath the visor, the firefighter'sself-contained breathing apparatus is visible-this protects him from the dangers of exposureand smoke inhalation in a fiery environment. In hisright hand, the firefighter holds a pike pole, usedto pull apart debris. His left hand cradles a dog that he has rescued from inside the home and is carrying to safety.
Did you knowÃ
There are an estimated 22,000 professional firefightersin Canada, and more than 85,000 volunteer firefighters.
Firefighters must contend with much more than just fire-they are trained for search and rescue operations, hazardous materials, medical emergencies, auto accidents and more!
Ãwherever flames may rage / give me strength to save a life / whatever be its ageà These three lines speak of the selflessness of firefighting and are from A Firefighter's Prayer, which is well known amongfirefighters across North America.
Until the 1800s, firefighters wore little protective gear, save for clothing to keep them warm; as such, few dared to enter a burning building.
