The Legacy Of Explorer Jacques Cartier Proof Coin Collection

Commissioned by King Francis I to explore the New World for riches and to charter a north-east sea route to Asia, French mariner Jacques Cartier and his crews sailed around Newfoundland down into the Gulf of St. Lawrence, ultimately navigating the St. Lawrence River and establishing French settlements in the Iroquois-controlled village of Stadacona (Quebec City) and the island of Hochelaga (Montreal). Cartier's explorations of the St. Lawrence territories ultimately led to the permanent colonization of the region by France. Now, a first-of-a-kind collection of Proof coins honours Jacques Cartier's significance within Canadian history. Introducing the Canada: History and Heritage Proof Coin Collection, exclusively from The Bradford Exchange. Your collection begins with Issue One, Jacques Cartier: New World Explorer. Next to arrive will be Issue Two, Battle of Quebec and Display Box. Soon your collection will continue with Issue Three, Samuel de Champlain, followed by additional coin collectible tributes, each a separate issue to follow.‡

Intended as collector's items, each commemorative Proof in this collection is richly plated in 24K gold for enduring value. The reverse side of each coin features a gleaming relief image of Jacques Cartier along with a timeline of his life. The obverse side boasts a dynamic relief image of Parliament Hill and the issue year. Your coin tributes arrive secured in crystal-clear capsules for convenient viewing of both sides. And the included display box lets you show off the entire collection. This Proof coin collection is a beautiful way to honour the brave mariner who explored the new lands of the North American territories he would name "The Country of Canadas." It also makes an impressive gift for someone special. Intense demand is anticipated, so don't delay - order now!