PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

GE ES44AC – LOCOMOTIVES ACROSS CANADA – 2017 $20 1 oz Fine Silver Coin – Royal Canadian Mint

Nearly a century after the arrival of the first diesel-electric engine, Canada’s rail industry is once again being redefined by advances in engineering. This third and final coin in the Locomotives Across Canada series showcases the fuel-efficient General Electric ES44AC—a low-emission engine
that is a product of its time, and a reflection of the changing face of Canada’s railways since 1867.

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Third and final coin in a series showcasing some of the locomotives that defined an era, and helped shape Canada’s history as a nation!
• Even the finest details shine in this meticulous design, thanks to a keen attention to historical accuracy, the precision engraving, and the use of multiple finishes that add subtle contrasts.
• The selective application of gold plating shines the spotlight on the locomotive, while the gold-plated rim and effigy on the obverse ensure an elegance that makes this a truly exceptional keepsake.
• All three coins in the series are sure to be treasured additions to any historical, train or Canadiana-themed collection. They are also the perfect gift for any train enthusiast!

DESIGN

In keeping with the first two coins in the series, this reverse design by Canadian artist John Mantha features selective gold plating that shines the spotlight on the General Electric ES44AC locomotive. The background features an outstanding amount of engraved detail that captures the majesty of Canada’s diverse landscape: from the far-off mountain peak to the different textures of the surrounding vegetation, down to the gravel along the railroad ties. The shine of the coin’s silver surface also lends itself well to evoking the brightness of a summer day—in the sky, and on the surface of the winding river beneath it. Rounding the curves in the track, the gold-plated ES44AC locomotive is positioned in a way that allows for an ideal view of its front and side. The remarkable power of this fuel-efficient locomotive is evident in an almost endless line of railcars that stretch out behind it.

SPECIFICATIONS

Mintage: 7,500
Material: 99.99% pure silver
Finish: Proof
Weight: 31.39 g
Diameter: 38 mm
Edge: Serrated
Certificate: Serialized