2013 Canadian Arctic Expedition Centennial Silver Dollar Specimen Set

2013 Canada Silver Dollar Specimen Set Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Canadian Arctic Expedition

The Canadian Arctic Expedition was an important event in the exploration of the Canadian Arctic, helping to map the extent of Canada's Arctic territory, preserve Canada's sovereignty in the region, and uncover important research about the people, flora, fauna, and geology of the region. The year 2013 marks the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Arctic Expedition.

This Specimen Silver Dollar is certified to be 99.99% pure silver with a diameter of 36.07 millimetres and a weight of 23.17 grams. Designed by Canadian artist Bonnie Ross, the reverse image portrays several significant elements from the Canadian Arctic Expedition.

In the foreground, the image draws on the abundant photography from the Expedition to present a portrait of three men standing beside a dogsled packed with gear. Harnessed to the sled, the waiting dog team is watches and listens for the command to move on across the Arctic tundra. Above the mountainous skyline on the distant horizon, a stylized image of a compass pointed 10 degrees east of true North fills the background.

Specifications:
Item Number: 127214
Mintage: 20,000
Finish: Specimen
Certificate: Serialized

Face Value: Specimen Dollar
Composition: 99.99% pure Silver
Weight (g): 23.17
Diameter (mm): 36.07
Edge: Reeded

Face Value: 2 dollars
Composition: Outer ring : 99+% Ni Inner core : 92% Cu, 6% Al and 2% Ni
Weight (g): 7.3
Diameter (mm): 28.03
Edge: Interrupted serrations

Face Value: 1 dollar
Composition: Nickel electroplated with bronze
Weight (g): 7.0
Diameter (mm): 11-sided 26.50
Edge: Plain

Face Value: 50 cents
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight (g): 6.9
Diameter (mm): 27.13
Edge: Reeded

Face Value: 25 cents
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight (g): 4.4
Diameter (mm): 23.88
Edge: Reeded

Face Value: 10 cents
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight (g): 1.75
Diameter (mm): 18.06
Edge: Reeded

Face Value: 5 cents
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight (g): 3.95
Diameter (mm): 21.20
Edge: Plain

Special Features:
- First Silver Dollar in a Specimen Set
- The Royal Canadian Mint celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Arctic Expedition with a coin whose artistry draws on the rich legacy of imagery from the historic exploration of the Canadian Arctic.
- An excellent addition for any collection focused around history, Canadiana, the North, and the celebration of Canadian identity.
- An excellent gift for lovers of history, exploration, the North, and the variety and grandeur of the Canadian landscape.

Packaging:
CD lens concept with maroon outer cover and custom beauty box.