2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Surviving the Flood) 2009 front 2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Surviving the Flood) 2009 back
2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Surviving the Flood) 2009 photo
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2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II Surviving the Flood

2009 year
Gold (.9999) 1000 g 101.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
2500 Dollars 2500 CAD = USD 1847
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
1000 g
Diameter
101.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#60290
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The coin refers to a story of the Squamish people in British Columbia who have a story of being threatened by a great flood.

Engraver: Christie Paquet

Designer: Xwa Lack tun

Edge

Plain.

Comment

About the story behind "Surviving the Flood

In ancient times, a great flood threatened the survival of the Squamish people. The people gathered in canoes and tied them to Mount En cheki (now called Mount Garibaldi) to prevent them from drifting away. An eagle caught salmon and deposited them in the canoes to provide the Squamish people with food and ensure their survival. This story illustrates the power of teamwork. It also highlights the strength, connection and interdependence between man and nature.

About the artist
In May 2007, VANOC issued a request for proposals inviting artists and designers from the Four Host First Nations to create a unique Aboriginal-inspired work for inclusion in VANOC's merchandising program. An evaluation committee made up of VANOC representatives and external Aboriginal art experts carefully reviewed the responses received to draw up a list of artists to interview. Once the interviews were completed, VANOC announced that Xwa Lack tun had been chosen on the basis of its reputation, creations and previous collaborations.

Xwa Lack tun (Rick Harry) was born and raised in Squamish, British Columbia. His mother was originally from Squamish and Alert Bay (Coast Salish, Kwakiutl Band), while his father was Coast Salish (Squamish) from the Seymour Creek area. Xwa Lack tun received his native name from his father, a hereditary chief. Healing and growth are the main themes in Xwa Lack tun's work. By illustrating the links between traditional stories and his own life, he shows us how to use ancient knowledge to heal ourselves. What fuels Xwa Lack tun's spirit is the dissemination of positive energy and the return of this energy through the children of the Lower Fraser Valley school districts with whom he works. Xwa Lack tun's work is recognized internationally. He has completed projects with galleries across North America, and has been commissioned by private and corporate clients to create all kinds of works, including the famous double doors in yellow cedar, carved on both sides, for B.C. Hydro's head office in Vancouver. In 2001, Xwa Lack tun was invited to Scotland to promote the country's totem pole project. He has returned many times since to demonstrate his unique sculptural techniques. Respect for every person, regardless of race or religion, is the central theme of Xwa Lack tun's work and life.Automatically translated

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Surviving the Flood" coin is that it was designed by Canadian artist and designer, Stan Witten, who is known for his work on various numismatic pieces. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a scene depicting a family escaping a flood on the other, symbolizing the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009  40 - - - - - -

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