Royal Canadian Mint press release on upcoming coins for 2007
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OTTAWA, Jan. 5 /CNW Telbec/ - The Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) today issued
six new collector coins and five new painted commemorative 25-cent coins to
usher in 2007 with a selection of alluring numismatic and gift products. To
respond to coin collector demand for exclusivity, craftsmanship and unique
designs, the RCM is continuing its shinplaster and historical commerce series
and releasing bold new designs for its silver dollar, proof set, specimen set
and gold coins. The unique painted 25-cent coins are presented as the
signature piece of a circulation coin proof set, available in five distinct
themes. The RCM expects sales of these products will surpass 2006 results,
where 13 separate products sold out in under a year.
"I am proud to be launching a series of collector coins which stand for
the quality, craftsmanship and creativity of the people who work at the Royal
Canadian Mint", said Ian E. Bennett, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian
Mint. "The popular appeal of these coins is a ringing endorsement of the RCM's
mission to mint world-class products coveted by Canadian and international
collectors alike".
Here are some of the featured products that are being introduced this
month.
2007 PROOF SILVER DOLLAR - CELEBRATING THAYENDANEGEA (JOSEPH BRANT)
Thayendanegea stands out as a heroic native figure in Canadian history
for his battlefield bravery as a British military Captain during the American
War of Independence and his peacetime statesmanship as a chief of the Six
Nations. Named Joseph Brant upon receiving an English education, he devoted
himself to protecting the interests of natives, with the support of the
British government. Two hundred years after his death, the Royal Canadian Mint
has chosen its 2007 proof silver dollar to honour the achievements and
influence of Thayendanegea.
This proof dollar in sterling silver was adapted from an original artwork
by Laurie McGaw and features a gold-plated impression of Joseph Brant wearing
a traditional native headdress. This selectively plated coin is exclusively
available as part of the RCM's 2007 Proof Set, available under a limited
mintage of 60,000.
A brilliant, uncirculated Thayendanegea dollar, also in sterling silver,
is individually available in a reduced mintage of 35,000. These coins feature
the unique Mint Mark, introduced to all of Canada's circulation coins in 2006.
2007 $300 GOLD COIN- THE 1923 SHINPLASTER
The last of a three coin series, this coin features Britannia as she
appeared on Canada's third "shinplaster", printed in 1923. The 25-cent
fractional note was originally introduced in 1870 as a temporary measure while
the Dominion awaited delivery of new silver coins from the Royal Mint in
London, England. The note earned the name "shinplaster" because of
similarities to the notes that were used to line the boots of American
soldiers during the American Revolution. Though "temporary", this fractional
note was so popular that it stayed in circulation for 65 years.
All shinplasters featured Britannia, the goddess of British Celtic tribes
as their central theme. In this 14-karat gold coin, a helmeted Britannia is
shown bearing a trident, faithfully reproducing the original design of R.R.
Carmichael. Once again, this coin is limited to a reduced worldwide mintage of
1,250 and is available for $1,440.95 CDN.
2007 $200 GOLD COIN - HISTORICAL COMMERCE, FISHING TRADE
The Royal Canadian Mint selected the fishing trade as the subject of its
third Historical Commerce series 22-karat gold coins. Since 1497, the
bountiful waters of Canada's Atlantic Coast were a magnet for European fishing
fleets and their continued presence perfected techniques which endured for
centuries.
This proof-quality 22-karat gold coin features an iconic image of this
historic trade: a pair of fishermen manually hauling a net over the side of a
small boat. The coin, limited to a mintage of 4,000, is composed of 91.67%
gold and 8.33% silver and available at a price of $579.95 CDN.
2007 $100 GOLD COIN - 140th ANNIVERSARY OF THE DOMINION OF CANADA
The 140th anniversary of the founding of one of world's most respected
and envied nations merits an elegantly designed gold coin with a premium
finish. Minted from 58.33% gold and 41.67% silver, this 14-karat gold coin
features Queen Victoria's Coat of Arms as it appeared when the British North
America Act was signed on March 29, 1867. It is accompanied by the opening
preamble of the Act in fine detail and the coat of arms of the Dominion's four
founding provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec and Ontario. Only 5,000
of these coins have been minted, each priced at $369.95 CDN.
2007 SPECIMEN SET- TRUMPETER SWAN
This year, the trumpeter swan, one of the most majestic birds in North
America, graces the limited-edition one-dollar coin featured in the 2007
Specimen Set. A universal symbol of beauty and nobility, the trumpeter swan is
cherished in Canada and around the world.
The 2007 Specimen Set is the only set that includes this limited-edition
one-dollar coin of the trumpeter swan, as designed by Canadian artist Kerri
Burnett. Also included are all of Canada's traditional circulation coins
(except the Common Loon) in specimen finish. The limited worldwide mintage for
this set is 40,000, and it is available for $45.95 CDN. The Specimen Set has
sold out at the Mint for the last two consecutive years.
2007 COMMEMORATIVE COIN SETS - 5 UNIQUE PAINTED 25-CENT COINS
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued five new 25-cent painted commemorative
coins, exclusively available as the centerpiece of a set of 2007 circulation
coins in uncirculated finish. Each 25-cent coin appears through a die-cut in
the cover of the collection folder, presented in five different themes: new
baby; birthday; congratulations; wedding; and Oh Canada. Each set is available
for $19.95 CDN.
The Royal Canadian Mint also introduced a 2007 uncirculated set and the
first ever Canada calendar and uncirculated coin set, available in limited
quantities. In keeping with the popular tradition of commemorating the arrival
of new family members with finely crafted sterling silver keepsakes, the RCM
has released a number of products which will appeal to new parents, friends
and relatives of new babies across Canada: a boxed collection of baby keepsake
tins and special edition sterling silver dollar; a baby lullabies CD and
sterling silver dollar set; and set of 2007 proof coins with a special
sterling silver dollar and bronze medallion.
All of the Mint's products are available directly from the Mint at
1-800-267-1871 in Canada, 1-800-268-6468 in the US, or on the Internet at
www.mint.ca. The coins are also available at the Royal Canadian Mint's global
network of dealers and distributors.
The RCM, an ISO 9001-2000 certified company, is the Crown Corporation
responsible for the minting and distribution of Canada's circulation coins.
The RCM is recognized as one of the largest and most versatile mints in the
world, offering a wide range of specialized, high quality coinage products and
related services on an international scale. For more information on the RCM,
its products and services, visit www.mint.ca.
Images and product details of the RCM's newest collection are available
by visiting ftp://communications:RCM2007@ftp.mint.ca.
For further information: Alexandre Reeves, Manager, Communications,
(613) 949-5777, (613) 991-5342, Fax: (613) 991-2628, Mobile: (613) 884-6370,
reeves@mint.ca
six new collector coins and five new painted commemorative 25-cent coins to
usher in 2007 with a selection of alluring numismatic and gift products. To
respond to coin collector demand for exclusivity, craftsmanship and unique
designs, the RCM is continuing its shinplaster and historical commerce series
and releasing bold new designs for its silver dollar, proof set, specimen set
and gold coins. The unique painted 25-cent coins are presented as the
signature piece of a circulation coin proof set, available in five distinct
themes. The RCM expects sales of these products will surpass 2006 results,
where 13 separate products sold out in under a year.
"I am proud to be launching a series of collector coins which stand for
the quality, craftsmanship and creativity of the people who work at the Royal
Canadian Mint", said Ian E. Bennett, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian
Mint. "The popular appeal of these coins is a ringing endorsement of the RCM's
mission to mint world-class products coveted by Canadian and international
collectors alike".
Here are some of the featured products that are being introduced this
month.
2007 PROOF SILVER DOLLAR - CELEBRATING THAYENDANEGEA (JOSEPH BRANT)
Thayendanegea stands out as a heroic native figure in Canadian history
for his battlefield bravery as a British military Captain during the American
War of Independence and his peacetime statesmanship as a chief of the Six
Nations. Named Joseph Brant upon receiving an English education, he devoted
himself to protecting the interests of natives, with the support of the
British government. Two hundred years after his death, the Royal Canadian Mint
has chosen its 2007 proof silver dollar to honour the achievements and
influence of Thayendanegea.
This proof dollar in sterling silver was adapted from an original artwork
by Laurie McGaw and features a gold-plated impression of Joseph Brant wearing
a traditional native headdress. This selectively plated coin is exclusively
available as part of the RCM's 2007 Proof Set, available under a limited
mintage of 60,000.
A brilliant, uncirculated Thayendanegea dollar, also in sterling silver,
is individually available in a reduced mintage of 35,000. These coins feature
the unique Mint Mark, introduced to all of Canada's circulation coins in 2006.
2007 $300 GOLD COIN- THE 1923 SHINPLASTER
The last of a three coin series, this coin features Britannia as she
appeared on Canada's third "shinplaster", printed in 1923. The 25-cent
fractional note was originally introduced in 1870 as a temporary measure while
the Dominion awaited delivery of new silver coins from the Royal Mint in
London, England. The note earned the name "shinplaster" because of
similarities to the notes that were used to line the boots of American
soldiers during the American Revolution. Though "temporary", this fractional
note was so popular that it stayed in circulation for 65 years.
All shinplasters featured Britannia, the goddess of British Celtic tribes
as their central theme. In this 14-karat gold coin, a helmeted Britannia is
shown bearing a trident, faithfully reproducing the original design of R.R.
Carmichael. Once again, this coin is limited to a reduced worldwide mintage of
1,250 and is available for $1,440.95 CDN.
2007 $200 GOLD COIN - HISTORICAL COMMERCE, FISHING TRADE
The Royal Canadian Mint selected the fishing trade as the subject of its
third Historical Commerce series 22-karat gold coins. Since 1497, the
bountiful waters of Canada's Atlantic Coast were a magnet for European fishing
fleets and their continued presence perfected techniques which endured for
centuries.
This proof-quality 22-karat gold coin features an iconic image of this
historic trade: a pair of fishermen manually hauling a net over the side of a
small boat. The coin, limited to a mintage of 4,000, is composed of 91.67%
gold and 8.33% silver and available at a price of $579.95 CDN.
2007 $100 GOLD COIN - 140th ANNIVERSARY OF THE DOMINION OF CANADA
The 140th anniversary of the founding of one of world's most respected
and envied nations merits an elegantly designed gold coin with a premium
finish. Minted from 58.33% gold and 41.67% silver, this 14-karat gold coin
features Queen Victoria's Coat of Arms as it appeared when the British North
America Act was signed on March 29, 1867. It is accompanied by the opening
preamble of the Act in fine detail and the coat of arms of the Dominion's four
founding provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec and Ontario. Only 5,000
of these coins have been minted, each priced at $369.95 CDN.
2007 SPECIMEN SET- TRUMPETER SWAN
This year, the trumpeter swan, one of the most majestic birds in North
America, graces the limited-edition one-dollar coin featured in the 2007
Specimen Set. A universal symbol of beauty and nobility, the trumpeter swan is
cherished in Canada and around the world.
The 2007 Specimen Set is the only set that includes this limited-edition
one-dollar coin of the trumpeter swan, as designed by Canadian artist Kerri
Burnett. Also included are all of Canada's traditional circulation coins
(except the Common Loon) in specimen finish. The limited worldwide mintage for
this set is 40,000, and it is available for $45.95 CDN. The Specimen Set has
sold out at the Mint for the last two consecutive years.
2007 COMMEMORATIVE COIN SETS - 5 UNIQUE PAINTED 25-CENT COINS
The Royal Canadian Mint has issued five new 25-cent painted commemorative
coins, exclusively available as the centerpiece of a set of 2007 circulation
coins in uncirculated finish. Each 25-cent coin appears through a die-cut in
the cover of the collection folder, presented in five different themes: new
baby; birthday; congratulations; wedding; and Oh Canada. Each set is available
for $19.95 CDN.
The Royal Canadian Mint also introduced a 2007 uncirculated set and the
first ever Canada calendar and uncirculated coin set, available in limited
quantities. In keeping with the popular tradition of commemorating the arrival
of new family members with finely crafted sterling silver keepsakes, the RCM
has released a number of products which will appeal to new parents, friends
and relatives of new babies across Canada: a boxed collection of baby keepsake
tins and special edition sterling silver dollar; a baby lullabies CD and
sterling silver dollar set; and set of 2007 proof coins with a special
sterling silver dollar and bronze medallion.
All of the Mint's products are available directly from the Mint at
1-800-267-1871 in Canada, 1-800-268-6468 in the US, or on the Internet at
www.mint.ca. The coins are also available at the Royal Canadian Mint's global
network of dealers and distributors.
The RCM, an ISO 9001-2000 certified company, is the Crown Corporation
responsible for the minting and distribution of Canada's circulation coins.
The RCM is recognized as one of the largest and most versatile mints in the
world, offering a wide range of specialized, high quality coinage products and
related services on an international scale. For more information on the RCM,
its products and services, visit www.mint.ca.
Images and product details of the RCM's newest collection are available
by visiting ftp://communications:RCM2007@ftp.mint.ca.
For further information: Alexandre Reeves, Manager, Communications,
(613) 949-5777, (613) 991-5342, Fax: (613) 991-2628, Mobile: (613) 884-6370,
reeves@mint.ca
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<< <i>Once again, this coin is limited to a reduced worldwide mintage of 1,250 >>
Wow, If the U.S. Mint did this, they'd sell out in five minutes and then sell for $10,000 a piece on eBay.
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<< <i>Once again, this coin is limited to a reduced worldwide mintage of 1,250 [and is available for $1,440.95 CDN.] >>
Wow, If the U.S. Mint did this, they'd sell out in five minutes and then sell for $10,000 a piece on eBay. >>
Yeah, the US Mint would be idiots if they did that. If the US Mint made a gold coin with a published maximum mintage of 1,250, they should sell it for $10,000 themselves.