2014 1/4oz $5 FLOWERS IN CANADA ROSE FINE SILVER COIN

Canada is a land of amazing botanical diversity, yet some of the most popular flowers found in people’s homes and gardens are not “Canadian,” but imports brought here by immigrants from around the world. With time, these beautiful flowers have been woven into the fabric of this nation’s identity and into the everyday lives of its people.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
SRP: $139.95
Item Number: 130934
Composition: 99.99% pure silver with niobium
Mintage: 6,000
Weight (g)*: 9
Diameter (mm): 28
Face Value: $5
Finish: Proof
Edge: Interrupted Serrations
Artist: Bert Liverance
Packaging: Maroon clamshell with black beauty box

SPECIAL FEATURES:

•  2nd coin in this exciting new series of 3 flowers found in Canada!
•  Cherish the beauty of Canada’s favourite flowers, and discover the surprising multicultural origins behind them
•  The niobium core on each coin has been individually oxidized to permanently change the colour of the metal and create a one-of-a-kind background to showcase the flower.
•  Beautifully crafted in 99.99% pure silver, each design has a single flower that has been selectively coloured—set against the niobium background, each rose stands out in its own unique way.
•  Give this coin as a creative twist to the rose bouquet. It’s a wonderful piece of art for gardeners and anyone who appreciates the beauty and history of roses!
•  Limited to 6,000 coins worldwide—a must-have!

DESIGN:
The reverse image by Canadian artist Bert Liverance shows a single rose selectively coloured so it stands out from a sea of blooms—a tribute to the crowning glory of Canadian gardens from coast to coast. The design is further enhanced by the coin’s oxidized niobium core to create a stunning, one-of-a-kind effect.