In 2010 to commemorate Poppy Day and the Last Canadian World War I veteran, the Royal Canadian Mint released a very special Limited Issue Colour $1 One Dollar Silver Proof Coin struck in solid .925 Sterling Silver.
The reverse designed by Christie Paquet features a sea of poppies, one enameled in vibrant colour to represent the individual saga lived by each veteran of war, one of countless stories played out in conflicts around the world past, present and future. The obverse a stunning portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.
Limited Mintage of 5,000 Worldwide
Minted to the Royal Canadian Mint's Proof Quality
Struck in Solid .925 Sterling Silver part plated in 24 Carat Gold
