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All of our Canadian coins are stored in a climate controlled, smoke-free vault. Specifications Composition - 99.99% Pure silver Finish - proof Weight (g) - 23.17 Diameter (mm) - 36.07 Edge - serrated Certificate – serial numbered (serial numbers will vary) Face value - 1 dollar (a legal tender Canadian coin) Artists - Original medal by Edward Carter Preston (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse) Description For many North Americans, Korea is the “forgotten war”. Sandwiched between World War II and the Vietnam War, the epic struggle for freedom and democracy on the Korean Peninsula receives scant attention or remembrance by most of the public. However, the Korean War was a pivotal event in the long, painful struggle to defeat the evils of socialism epitomized by Marxist-Leninist communism. The Canadian, American, and other allied armed forces that stopped the Korean and Chinese communist socialists from total conquest fought and died as bravely and heroically as those who shouldered the burden in World War II and Vietnam. This limited edition silver dollar commemorating the 60th anniversary of the armistice agreement that ended most combat operations is a fitting tribute to the courage and sacrifice of those who served the cause of freedom in Korea. When war broke out in Korea in 1950, most nations were still struggling to recover from the end of the Second World War. However, Canada was able to mobilize almost 30,000 land, sea, and air forces to defend the sovereignty of the Republic of Korea. Although Canada represented a small portion of the total international force, its contribution was larger in proportion to Canada’s population than that of most other nations. On July 27, 1953, as a result of the allies' involvement in the war, officials signed an armistice agreement that brought the three-year combat in Korea to an end. This one-dollar silver coin is a near exact reproduction of the original Korea Medal that was awarded to all Commonwealth forces at the end of the war. An ideal tribute to the efforts of Korean War veterans, this coin is sure to be popular: order today to avoid disappointment! Special features · The obverse features the same effigy that appeared on the original medal; the 1953 portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Mary Gillick, which was also in use on Canadian coins during the Korean War period. · A near-exact reproduction of the Canadian Korea Medal, beautifully crafted in 99.99% fine silver. · Coin features five modern finishing techniques, giving this well-known medal new luster and definition. · A $10 donation from the sale of each coin has been made in support of Korean Veteran needs! · Limited mintage of only 6,858 coins sold worldwide (source: 2013 Annual Report). Design The coin features Edward Carter Preston's original design of Hercules, feted warrior of Roman mythology, slaying the indomitable hydra-headed monster. This picture is an allegory for the perilous struggles of war, and a tribute to those who freely go to battle. The original engraving of "KOREA" on the medal has been expanded to include "CORÉE," reflecting Canada's official status as a bilingual nation. The obverse features the same effigy that appeared on the original medal: Mary Gillick's 1953 portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, which was in use on Canadian coins in the Korean War period. Packaging Each coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell case lined with black flock and protected by a customized beauty box. To celebrate the Canadians who contributed to this significant chapter of Korean history, a $10 donation from the sale of each coin has been made to Korean Veteran causes. A thoughtful gift for history and military collectors, this coin is also a fine addition to any silver dollar collection. Shipping & Handling Fast, free shipping & handling via USPS First Class Mail to all U.S. addresses! USPS Priority Mail & Priority Mail Express are also available for an additional charge. International Destinations: Shipping via the eBay Global Shipping Program. Additional Information OK Ranch sells fine collectible & investment coins, fine & fashion jewelry, gifts, and more through our eBay store. “Unsearched” — All of the coins offered in this listing are “unsearched”. Many coin dealers “search” all coins when they are received from the Mint. They "cherry-pick" the best coins. Then submit them to be graded, certified, and slabbed by PCGS, NGC, ANACS, etc. These graded and certified coins are then sold at higher, premium prices. When a dealer searches coins, those that they sell in original Mint packaging are only lesser quality coins. Photos: When a listing offers multiples of the same coin, one coin is picked at random and photographed. Since all coins offered in that listing are essentially identical, the coin photographed is representative of all coins offered. Surface areas that appear black on some proof coin photos are actually highly polished, mirror-bright metal reflecting the color of the camera. We often include proof coin photos with the coin slightly tilted to better depict the mirror bright surfaces. However, tilting the coin may resulting one side being slightly out of focus. Our goal is to provide clear, high definition photos that accurately represent the coin(s) offered in each of our eBay listings. Whenever possible, we use actual photos of our coins, rather than just stock artwork from the Mint. We frequently update and upgrade the photos that appear with our listings, using improved cameras and lenses and better lighting. We will honor your requests for additional photos as quickly as our schedule permits.
Price: 89.99 USD
Location: Lewisville, Texas
End Time: 2024-12-28T19:48:14.000Z
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Certification: Royal Canadian Mint
Country of Manufacture: Canada
Composition: Silver
Strike Type: Proof
Series: Silver Dollar Commemoratives
Type: Proof
Material: Silver
Year: 2013
Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
Denomination: $1
