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Canada 5 Oz $50 Fine Silver Coin - 100 Years of the Calgary Stampede (2012)

Story:

On July 6, 2012, the biggest-ever celebration on horseback will begin as rodeo-revellers from around the world gather in Calgary, Alberta for the Calgary Stampede - The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. Whether you have the opportunity to attend the 100th Anniversary Calgary Stampede, this coin offers you the chance to own a beautiful fine silver rendering of a uniquely Canadian celebration.

Design:

Bursting with excitement, this 5 oz fine silver proof coin has a denomination of $50 and a diameter of 65 millimeters. Designed by Canadian artist Michelle Grant, it features six-time world champion bucking bronco, Grated Coconut, in full flight, hind legs full extended behind him. Grated Coconut is ridden by a brave bareback cowboy in chaps and cowboy boots, one hand clutching at the reins with only the harness and flying dressings between man and beast.

Details like Grated Coconut’s “CS” shoulder freeze brand and “G-65” hip brand and the rider’s “1912” competitor number—a reminder of the Stampede’s inception year—come to life amidst a curling frame of intricate leather tooling inspired by the trophy saddle of Flores Ladue, wife of Stampede founder Guy Weadick. The entire image is framed by a raised circle of rope-patterned embossing against a background of pristine polished fine silver.

Packaging:

Coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint branded black clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a customized design sleeve.

An ideal gift for Western fans and Stampede aficionados. Celebrate 100 Years of the Calgary Stampede with this 5 oz fine silver coin! Own it today!

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