Canada 15 Dollars Silver Coin 2011 Prince Charles,
H.R.H. the Prince of Wales
Continuity of the Crown Series
Obverse: Susanna Blunt’s design of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Reverse: H.R.H. The Prince of Wales (Prince Charles).
Prince Charles was born on November 14, 1948 and baptized Prince Charles Philip Arthur George. Much of his role involves supporting The Queen as a focal point for national pride; to embody stability; to inspire unity across all segments of society; and to promote the importance of volunteerism.
Theme: Continuity of the Crown: H.R.H. Prince of Wales Prince Charles.
Mintage: 10000.
Composition: 92.5 % silver, 7.5 % copper.
Finish: Proof-like.
Weight: 30 g.
Diameter: 36.15 mm.
Edge: plain.
Face value: 15 Canadian Dollars.
Artist: Laurie McGaw (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse).
Manufacturer: Royal Canadian Mint.
Continuity of the Crown Series
More than any other monarchy, our Royal Family is arguably the most visible and best known worldwide and has played a significant role in Canadian life for centuries.Throughout, the continuity of the crown has been of paramount importance, every king and queen contributing to the adaptability that has enabled their institution to survive. Today, the monarch’s role is vastly different from that of earlier sovereigns but it is woven with the strong threads of history; past glories that have the power to evoke a powerful sense of emotion and affection in a modern world.
Rarely does a coin feature a royal effigy on both sides, but every coin in this magnificent series does. Each portrait has the raised edges normally seen on a sculpted military medal. Its ultra-high relief has been achieved by striking the coin an impressive four times followed by extensive refining and polishing—an intense hand-crafted process that produces a unique finish for each coin.
The agreeable disposition of the Princes of Wales is unmistakable in three skilfully-crafted portraits, each one a remarkable likeness of Prince Harry, Prince William and The Prince of Wales (Prince Charles).
Prince Harry Prince William Prince Charles
The Prince of Wales (Prince Charles), Heir Apparent to the British Throne
Prince Charles, the eldest son of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh, was born on November 14, 1948 and was christened Prince Charles Philip Arthur George.
The Prince took his seat in the House of Lords on February 11, 1970 and began training as a jet pilot with the Royal Air Force (RAF) Cranwell in March 1971. That September, he followed in the footsteps of his father, grandfather and both great-grandfathers by beginning his naval career. He attended the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, and served on HMS Norfolk and two frigates. In 1974, The Prince qualified as a helicopter pilot and joined 845 Naval Air Squadron. Two years later, he took command of HMS Bronington for his last nine months in the Navy.
The Prince married Lady Diana Spencer on July 29, 1981. They had two sons; Prince William and Prince Harry. Their marriage was dissolved on August 28, 1996 and nine years later, The Prince married Mrs. Camilla Parker Bowles.
Much of The Prince’s role involves supporting The Queen as a focal point for national pride; embodying stability; inspiring unity across all segments of society; and promoting the importance of volunteerism. The Prince also provides a voice for those groups who might otherwise not be heard by writing letters, meeting with influential people, giving speeches, writing articles and appearing on television programmes.
