Winnipeg Free Press (Newspaper) - June 26, 2004, Winnipeg, Manitoba
It your 400th anniversary commemorative g coins today
one of five ships to Cross the Atlantic in 1604, this rendering of a 17th Century sailing ship graces one Side of the newly minted 400th anniversary 25-cent circulation Coin. An Island discovered Champlain and de Mons explored much of the East coast before 2004 proof Silver Dollar
elegantly packaged this pure Silver Dollar Coin is beautifully struck in proof finish frosted details on a Brilliant background double dated ?1604-2004? and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Efforts nearly half of the original company of 79 had lost their lives by springtime. And although de Mons chose to relocate the settlement to a More forgiving location the historic Impact of this Small Island has endured. Dollar accompanied by the proof version of All of Canada s regular circulation coins. Creator of lasting impressions of Canadian heritage values and special moments the mint is pleased to help commemorate this epic historical event. A part of our lives
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