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Silver Dollar Proof Set - 100th Anniversary of the Declaration of the First World War (2014)
2014
Mintage 30,000
ARCHIVED
Silver Dollar Proof Set - 100th Anniversary of the Declaration of the First World War (2014)
2014
Mintage 30,000
$99.95 CAD
Masters Club:
1,000
Status: CAN & US shipping only
Availability:
Out of stock in stores
About
Features new premium finishing techniques!
A wave of patriotism and enthusiasm greeted the news in Canada, where many believed the war would be a short and glorious campaign. While pre-war Canada had a sizeable militia, it had a small standing army of only 3,110 men. Sam Hughes, Minister of Militia and Defence, moved quickly to mobilise and equip Canada's military contribution to the world stage.
Across the Dominion, men of different backgrounds flocked to recruiting stations. Many were recent British immigrants or native-born Canadians of British stock, but there were also more than 1,000 French Canadians, many members of the First Nations, along with non-Britishimmigrants and black Canadians.
Within two months of the onset of war, 33,000 Canadian volunteers were in training at the newly constructed Valcartier campnear Quebec City. These men formed the First Contingent of the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF), which became the largest single movement of Canadians when they – along with 7,000 horses – set sail for Britain in October. Also accompanying them on this voyage were the "Blue Puttees," a contingent of 500 soldiers from Newfoundland and Labrador, which was a separate British colony before it joined Canada in 1949. These fathers, husbands, sons and brothers formed the first wave of Canadian troopsthat would engage in this world conflict.
By 1916, Canada was able to field an army corps of four divisions at the front. Eventually commanded by a Canadian, Lieutenant-General Sir Arthur Currie, the Canadian Corps won laurels on the Somme and at Vimy Ridge,Hill 70, Passchendaele, and the battles that took place in the decisive last hundred days of the war. Women also played a key role, with 2,504 Nursing Sisters serving overseas as part of the Canadian Army Medical Corps. Together, their exemplary courage and the contributions made on the battlefields helped Canada come of age as a nation.
The Proof Silver Dollar Coin
Designed by Canadian artist Bonnie Ross, your proof silver dollar depicts a couple's emotional farewell at a train station, where the first wave of volunteers is boarding a train bound for the Valcartier camp. Time stands still for this couple as they savourone last embrace before his departure, both of themuncertain of the future that lies ahead. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who answered the call of duty, and their loved ones who remained on the home front.
Special features:
• Your proof silver-dollar coin is an exceptional keepsake that expresses your affection and pride for all Canadians who served the cause of freedom.
• Your beautifully detailed coin commemorates the 100th anniversary of the start ofthe First World War.
• Five finishes! The relief (raised foreground) incorporates the use of five (5) different finishes using a new laser engraving which beautifully accentuate the design. Note the different finishesused on the background, the ground and the top windows on the train, the uniforms of the soldiers and the lower windows on the train, the train, bags and skin of all the people, and the lady's dress andthe main soldier's socks.
• A tribute to hope, courage and sacrifice to those who helped Canada rise to nationhood through their bravery and resolve.
• Hand polished! The field (flat background) has a highly hand polished mirror-like finish.
• Featuring new premium finishing techniques: the circulation-based coins boast brings an enhanced look to the standard.
Packaging:
Your proof dollar set comes in elegant book-style packaging, with removable lens, that complements your beautiful coins.
Order your coin set today!
Across the Dominion, men of different backgrounds flocked to recruiting stations. Many were recent British immigrants or native-born Canadians of British stock, but there were also more than 1,000 French Canadians, many members of the First Nations, along with non-Britishimmigrants and black Canadians.
Within two months of the onset of war, 33,000 Canadian volunteers were in training at the newly constructed Valcartier campnear Quebec City. These men formed the First Contingent of the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF), which became the largest single movement of Canadians when they – along with 7,000 horses – set sail for Britain in October. Also accompanying them on this voyage were the "Blue Puttees," a contingent of 500 soldiers from Newfoundland and Labrador, which was a separate British colony before it joined Canada in 1949. These fathers, husbands, sons and brothers formed the first wave of Canadian troopsthat would engage in this world conflict.
By 1916, Canada was able to field an army corps of four divisions at the front. Eventually commanded by a Canadian, Lieutenant-General Sir Arthur Currie, the Canadian Corps won laurels on the Somme and at Vimy Ridge,Hill 70, Passchendaele, and the battles that took place in the decisive last hundred days of the war. Women also played a key role, with 2,504 Nursing Sisters serving overseas as part of the Canadian Army Medical Corps. Together, their exemplary courage and the contributions made on the battlefields helped Canada come of age as a nation.
The Proof Silver Dollar Coin
Designed by Canadian artist Bonnie Ross, your proof silver dollar depicts a couple's emotional farewell at a train station, where the first wave of volunteers is boarding a train bound for the Valcartier camp. Time stands still for this couple as they savourone last embrace before his departure, both of themuncertain of the future that lies ahead. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who answered the call of duty, and their loved ones who remained on the home front.
Special features:
• Your proof silver-dollar coin is an exceptional keepsake that expresses your affection and pride for all Canadians who served the cause of freedom.
• Your beautifully detailed coin commemorates the 100th anniversary of the start ofthe First World War.
• Five finishes! The relief (raised foreground) incorporates the use of five (5) different finishes using a new laser engraving which beautifully accentuate the design. Note the different finishesused on the background, the ground and the top windows on the train, the uniforms of the soldiers and the lower windows on the train, the train, bags and skin of all the people, and the lady's dress andthe main soldier's socks.
• A tribute to hope, courage and sacrifice to those who helped Canada rise to nationhood through their bravery and resolve.
• Hand polished! The field (flat background) has a highly hand polished mirror-like finish.
• Featuring new premium finishing techniques: the circulation-based coins boast brings an enhanced look to the standard.
Packaging:
Your proof dollar set comes in elegant book-style packaging, with removable lens, that complements your beautiful coins.
Order your coin set today!
Specifications
Product Number
130504
Mintage
30,000
Composition
fine silver (99.99% pure)
Weight
23.17 g
Diameter
36.07 mm
Edge
reeded
Finish
proof
Artist
Bonnie Ross (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Composition
outer ring: three ply nickel finish plated steel, inner core: brass-plated aluminum bronze
Weight
6.99 g
Diameter
28.03 mm
Edge
interrupted serrations
Finish
proof
Artist
Brent Townsend (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Composition
three-ply brass finisih plated steel
Weight
6.27 g
Diameter
26.5 mm
Edge
plain
Finish
proof
Artist
Arnold Nogy (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Composition
three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight
6.9 g
Diameter
27.13 mm
Edge
reeded
Finish
proof
Artist
Canada's Coat of Arms (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Composition
three ply-nickel finish plated steel
Weight
4.4 g
Diameter
23.88 mm
Edge
reeded
Finish
proof
Artist
Emanuel Hahn (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Composition
three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight
1.75 g
Diameter
18.05 mm
Edge
reeded
Finish
proof
Artist
Emanuel Hahn (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Composition
three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight
3.95 g
Diameter
21.2 mm
Edge
plain
Finish
proof
Artist
G.E. Kruger-Gray (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
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