Anne of Green Gables 100th Anniversary Prince Edward
Island is known for its special character that lures countless tourists
to its shores each year. It's more than the warm sandy beaches and red
sweeping bluffs; it's a fictional character named Anne Shirley who
arrived on the island in 1908, borne of the celebrated novel by Lucy
Maud Montgomery. Anne Shirley is a young orphan girl who is accidentally
sent to middle-aged siblings Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert after they
request a boy to help on their farm. Despite the unfortunate mishap,
they decide to keep Anne Shirley who, with her feisty temperament, vivid
imagination and flair for theatrics quickly begins to transform their
quiet rural lives with her antics and misadventures.
In writing
Anne of Green Gables, Montgomery found much of her inspiration in her
own childhood and described the people and places so vividly that many
of the sites around Cavendish have become tourist attractions for people
seeking to personally experience Anne Shirley's world. Indeed, that
spirited, red-haired orphan has touched millions of people around the
world. Anne of Green Gables has been translated into more than 20
languages - a heartwarming tale of 19th-century island life so sincere
and engaging, its author has been declared a person of national historic
significance.
Specifications: Face Value: 25 cents Mintage: While supplies last Composition: Nickel plated steel Weight (g): 12.61 Diameter (mm): 35 Edge: Plain Finish: Specimen
Special Features: This
magnificent 35 mm nickel plated steel coin celebrates the literary
heroine Anne Shirley with a beautiful painted portrait that captures her
colourful, melodramatic nature. Image of "Anne of Green Gables" created
by Ben Stahl.
Packaging: Coin is housed in an illustrated full colour folder. |