Canada
1992
Kingston To York Stagecoach
$1 Silver Coin
Specification:
RCM Number: N/A
Face Value: $1
Mintage: 187,612
Composition: 92.5% Silver/ 7.5% Copper
Weight: 25.18 g
Diameter: 36.07 mm
Edge: Serrated
Finish: Proof
Artist: K. Smith (reverse), S. Taylor (obverse)
Commemorating the 175th anniversary of the first stage coach service between Kingston and York in January 1817. Samuel Purdy was only able to maintain regular service during the winter months, hence the sleigh with runners. This is the first issue of a coin in sterling silver since the pattern dollar was struck in London by the Royal Mint in 1911.
Vancouver artist Karsten Smith's design shows the stagecoach in the snow, led by four powerful horses under the guidance of a lone coachman.
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