Your coin is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who answered the call of duty, and their loved ones who remained on the home front. Time stands still for this couple as they savour one last embrace before his departure, both of them uncertain of the future that lies ahead.

• Your beautifully detailed coin commemorates the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War.
• World-class engraving on your coin brings added dimension to this image of a couple’s last embrace–a reminder of the sacrifices made 100 years ago.
• Your coin features a brilliant uncirculated finish that allows the rich engraving details to shine through.
• Your coin’s design is a tribute to those who helped Canada rise to nationhood through their bravery and resolve.

Designed by Canadian artist Bonnie Ross, your coin depicts a couple’s emotional farewell at a train station, where the first wave of volunteers is boarding a train bound for the Valcartier camp.

Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell with a black beauty box.

Country: Canada
Data of issue: January 2014
Face value: 1 Dollar
Metal: Silver .999
Weight: 23,17 g
Diameter: 36,07 mm
Quality: Proof / Brilliant
Mintage: 40 000 pcs / 20 000 pcs