Mounties in Motion: RCMP 150th Anniversary Curated Collection

Description

The 2023 $50 Curated Coin Collection: RCMP is a powerful numismatic tribute marking 150 years of service by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Issued by the Royal Canadian Mint, this exceptional collector coin brings together historic RCMP designs spanning decades, some dating back as far as 1973, and reinterprets them in breathtaking Ultra High Relief (UHR).

Struck in an impressive 5 ounces of 99.99% pure silver, this large-format coin is designed for serious collectors who appreciate depth, artistry, and historical continuity. Its reverse features a unique compilation of six RCMP-themed designs, all variations of the iconic Mountie on horseback, one of Canada’s most recognizede recognizable national symbols. The result is a dramatic, multi-layered presentation that gives the illusion of historic coins stacked together in relief.

With a very limited mintage of just 1,250 coins worldwide, this curated RCMP retrospective stands as both a historical document and a modern masterpiece of Canadian minting.

Design Highlights

Reverse (Back):

• Features six reproduced RCMP coin designs, all depicting variations of the classic Mountie on horseback

• Designs reference earlier RCMP commemoratives, including those from the 1973 centennial year

• Executed in Ultra High Relief (UHR) to create a realistic, multi-level “coin stack” effect

• Engraved by Royal Canadian Mint engravers, showcasing exceptional depth and detail

Obverse (Front):

• Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt

• Includes the engraved face value of $50 and year of issue

Key Features

• 150th Anniversary Tribute: Commemorates 150 years of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police

• Curated Coin Compilation: Six historic RCMP designs combined on one coin

• Ultra High Relief (UHR): Exceptional sculptural depth and realism

• Large Format Silver: Struck in 5 oz of 99.99% pure silver

• Iconic Canadian Imagery: Celebrates the globally recognized Mountie on horseback

• Low Mintage: Limited to just 1,250 coins worldwide

• Collector Grade: Includes serialized Certificate of Authenticity

• Tax Advantage: GST/HST exempt

Specifications

• Country: Canada

• Mint: Royal Canadian Mint

• Year: 2023

• Denomination: $50

• Metal: Silver

• Fineness: 0.9999

• Weight: 157.6 g (5 troy oz)

• Diameter: 65.25 mm

• Edge: Serrated

• Finish: Proof with Ultra High Relief

• Mintage: 1,250 coins

• Certificate: Serialized Certificate of Authenticity included

• Product Number: 207300

• Artists:

  • Reverse: Royal Canadian Mint Engravers

  • Obverse: Susanna Blunt

Packaging & Condition

• Packaging: Royal Canadian Mint black clamshell with black beauty box

• Presentation: Encapsulated, with serialized Certificate of Authenticity

• Condition: Proof strike; capsule and outer packaging may show light handling wear

🪙 Why Collect This Coin?

The Mounties in Motion: RCMP Curated Collection is more than a commemorative—it is a visual timeline of Canadian law enforcement history rendered in silver. Its massive size, Ultra High Relief execution, and rare compilation format make it a centerpiece for collectors of Canadian heritage, RCMP memorabilia, and advanced modern numismatics. With its low mintage and dramatic presentation, this coin stands as a lasting tribute to one of Canada’s most enduring national institutions.