Archived
Fine Silver Coin - Canadian Bank of Commerce Bank Note Design - Mintage: 8500 (2013)
2013
Mintage 8,500
Archived
Fine Silver Coin - Canadian Bank of Commerce Bank Note Design - Mintage: 8500 (2013)
2013
Mintage 8,500
$50.01 USD
Masters Club:
700
Status: CAN & US shipping only
Availability:
Out of stock in stores
About
First in a new series featuring historical Canadian bank notes!
Over the last three centuries, the evolution of paper currency in Canada has involved a highly specialized art form and human technology, set against the backdrop of ever-changing economics. The Canadian Bank of Commerce issued its first series of bank notes when itopened in 1867. In 1888, the Commerce released another issue of colourful bank notes in various denominations—with security so effective that the series design did not change for almost 30 years.
This coin is the first of an exciting new series celebrating the art and evolution of bank note designin Canada. Don't delay: order yours today!
Special features
• First of a new Mint series featuring vignettes from historic Canadian bank notes!
• Struck in 99.99% fine silver.
• Highly detailed engraveddesign uses various finishes to create texture andcontrast on a brilliant background.
• No taxes: GSTand HST exempt.
• Limited mintage of 8,500 coins worldwide.
Design
Your coin features a seascape-themed vignette from the Canadian Bank of Commerce's 1888 20-dollar bank note. The designcentres a youthful figure: possibly a young Hermès, who was a god of the Greek pantheon anda patron of travellers. The figure leans on a large fish, holding a staff entwined by two snakes. Also known as a caduceus, this staff symbolizes commerce and balance. In the background are four ships from various ages of sea travel, a rocky point juttingout into the water, and a tall lighthouse to guide the vessels to safe harbour.
The coin's reverse also features the word "CANADA,"the date "2013" and the face value of "5 DOLLARS."
Packaging
Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a custom beauty box.
This unique coin is an exceptional gift or collectible for art aficionados and history buffs—as well as anyone who loves the history of numismatic and bank note artistry and design. Order your coin now!
This coin is the first of an exciting new series celebrating the art and evolution of bank note designin Canada. Don't delay: order yours today!
Special features
• First of a new Mint series featuring vignettes from historic Canadian bank notes!
• Struck in 99.99% fine silver.
• Highly detailed engraveddesign uses various finishes to create texture andcontrast on a brilliant background.
• No taxes: GSTand HST exempt.
• Limited mintage of 8,500 coins worldwide.
Design
Your coin features a seascape-themed vignette from the Canadian Bank of Commerce's 1888 20-dollar bank note. The designcentres a youthful figure: possibly a young Hermès, who was a god of the Greek pantheon anda patron of travellers. The figure leans on a large fish, holding a staff entwined by two snakes. Also known as a caduceus, this staff symbolizes commerce and balance. In the background are four ships from various ages of sea travel, a rocky point juttingout into the water, and a tall lighthouse to guide the vessels to safe harbour.
The coin's reverse also features the word "CANADA,"the date "2013" and the face value of "5 DOLLARS."
Packaging
Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a custom beauty box.
This unique coin is an exceptional gift or collectible for art aficionados and history buffs—as well as anyone who loves the history of numismatic and bank note artistry and design. Order your coin now!
Specifications
Product Number
124052
Mintage
8,500
Composition
99.99% fine silver
Weight
23.17 g
Edge
serrated
Certificate
serialized
Face Value
5 dollars
Finish
proof
Artist
Susanna Blunt (obverse)
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