2014 Fine Silver Proof Set: 100th Anniversary of the Declaration of the First World War. 99.99% Fine Silver in all 7-Coins, Black Leather Case & COA (Certificate of Authenticity). This is the ONLY set offering selective gold plating on the commemorative silver dollar. Coins Case and packaging are all in BRAND NEW Condition, Guaranteed! This is the highest quality complete set of Canadian coins from the 5 cent to the $2 coin, all double struck with a near flawless frosted cameo proof finish. Unlike regular issue coins, all seven coins in this 2014 Proof Set are struck in 99.99% fine silver. The large silver dollar is also selectively layered with 24 karat gold, while the loon dollar is fully gold plated and the centre of the $2 coin is gold plated. Denominations include the 5 cent, 10 cent, 25 cent, 50 cent, Loon Style dollar, proof dollar and 2 dollar coins. The coins are displayed in a genuine leather display book, together with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Nova Scotia artist Bonnie Ross captures one of countless emotional farewells replayed on train platforms across Canada as our volunteers left to assemble in Valcartier for war in Europe. The 2014 Proof Fine Silver Dollar features gold plating selectively applied and depicts a couple in a farewell embrace as military recruits board a train for basic training. Five finishes! The relief (raised foreground) incorporates the use of five (5) different finishes using a new laser engraving which beautifully accentuate the design. Note the different finishes used on the background, the ground and the top windows on the train, the uniforms of the soldiers and the lower windows on the train, the train, bags and skin of all the people, and the lady's dress and the main soldier's socks. About the Package: Your set will include a numbered certificate with detailed coin specifications & your proof of ownership for this low mintage premium proof set and evidence that each coin has been individually inspected by a resident quality assurance specialists. Your fine silver proof set comes in an elegant genuine leather book-style packaging that complements your beautiful coins TECHNICAL SPECS:Material: Pure SilverFineness: 0.9999Weight: 63.17 grams (Total)Bullion Weight: 2.03 Troy Ounces (Total) DID YOU KNOW? Canada declared war first, entering World War I automatically on August 4, 1914, when Britain declared war on Germany. As a British Dominion, Canada was legally bound to this decision. In contrast, the United States did not declare war until April 6, 1917, nearly three years later, hmm? RCM Stock #128624 GC&C Stock #051
