Description
A commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the declaration of the First World War and a heartfelt tribute to those who served in the regiments, battalions and ancillary units of the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF).
SPECIAL FEATURES:
SRP: $64.95
Item Number: 130545
UPC: 6-23932-05607-7
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Mintage: 10,000
Weight (g)*:23.17
Diameter (mm): 36.07
Face Value: $5
Finish: Proof
Edge: Serrated
Artist: Scott Waters
Packaging: Maroon clamshell with black beauty box
Finished size: 67 mm x 67 mm
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
- Different finishes offer added depth to the coin’s intricate design while enhancing the world-class engraving.
- The beautifully detailed design commemorates the 100th anniversary of the declaration of the First World War and pays tribute to the Canadian Expeditionary Force, whose valour in battle helped Canada forge a national identity and move towards greater autonomy.
- New battalions were created for the CEF; and by war’s end Canada had raised 260 numbered battalions and 2 named ones, 13 regiments of mounted rifles, 13 railway troop battalions, 5 pioneer battalions and several more ancillary units. Some regiments continue to proudly serve their country today, including Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry and The Royal 22e Regiment (The Van Doos).
DESIGN:
The reverse image by Canadian artist Scott Waters is a commemoration of the Canadian experience overseas throughout the First World War. In the background, a convoy of ships represent those who first delivered Canada to the war in 1914. The First World War was the last conflict to be uniquely defined by the foot soldier; therefore, the lone soldier in the foreground is particularly poignant. Already shaped by the battles of 1915, our soldier is kneeling with his right foot stretched past the circular image frame. He is pondering his journey as he looks out into the horizon where silhouettes of battle-weary soldiers march on in the distance – much as they did through to the final days of war in 1918. The Maple Leaf crest cap badge at the bottom of the image adds motifs linked to the CEF as a tribute to its contributions.
