Beneath the waves of the sea, one can observe it secrets. There is a hidden realm with wonders in all shapes and sizes. This colorful paradise is the home for the diminutive seahorses, unique animals of amazing shape and habits. Welcome the firs of a three -coin “Under The Sea” series.
The reverse of the coin includes the design by Canadian artist Maurice Gervais. It offers a glimpse the hidden underwater world off Canada’s Atlantic coasts. Thanks to enamel in vivid colors, one can observe grass, rocks and seashells with all details. In the right corner, there is the image of a seahorse. It is a handcrafted glass embellishment by Canadian glass artist Loïc Beaumont-Tremblay.
The obverse shows the image of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II together with the inscription “D.G. Regina.”
Each piece is delivered in a maroon clamshell with black beauty box and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
Limited mintage – 7500 pieces only!
Special features:
First coin in a new “National Heroes” series – Firefighter
A coin uses selective color over engraving to create a portrait of a national hero
The image was designed by Canadian artist Ken Ryan
A coin contains 23.17 grams of 99.99% pure silver
Limited mintage of 10.000 coins worldwide
Coin is housed in maroon clamshell with a black beauty box. Certificate of authenticity is included