2014 2oz $30 75TH ANN. OF THE DECLARATION OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR FINE SILVER COIN

A commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the declaration of the Second World War, and a heartfelt tribute to Canadians who bravely contributed to their country’s war effort.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:

Item Number: 130576
UPC: 6-23932-05674-9
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Mintage: 5,000
Weight (g)*: 62.67
Diameter (mm): 54
Face Value: $30
Finish: Proof
Edge: Serrated
Artist: Silvia Pecota
Packaging: Maroon clamshell with black beauty box
Finished Size: 88 mm x 88 mm

SPECIAL FEATURES:

• Rare coin size: Only the second time the Royal Canadian Mint has issued a full 2-ounce 99.99% fine silver coin at a sizable 54 mm diameter.
• This beautifully detailed 30-dollar coin commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Second World War – a conflict that had an immediate and long-lasting impact on Canada and the world.
• An eye-catching coin rendered with the Royal Canadian Mint’s world-class artistry and the skilful melding of design and engraving.
• Mintage limited to 5,000 coins worldwide.
• A striking addition to any military or history-themed collection.

DESIGN:
The stunning, life-like reverse design by Canadian artist Silvia Pecota presents a side-profile of a Canadian machine gun regiment during training. Seated on a rocky cliff that affords him a higher vantage point, the private at left steadies a tripod-mounted Vickers machine gun. Standing above him in the centre of the image field, a sergeant directs the private’s attention to a target in the distance. The image is a touching tribute to all those who served in the Canadian Army during the Second World War, from 1939-1945.