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From the heart of the planet
In the 1870's volcanic pipes penetrating deep into the earth are discovered near Kimberley, South Africa. As they release pressure from the earth's core, they explode upwards with kimberlite, the rare molten rock that carries these carbon crystals to the surface.
Over a century later in Canada's north, geologists discover minerals that indicate the presence of kimberlite...and diamonds. Retracing the endless trails left by thousands of years of clacial activity, they hope to find the source. In 1991, the discovery of diamonds in the Lac de Grasin Canada's Northwest Territories opens the door to a whole new diamond world in Canada and around the world. Virtually overnight, Canada rises to the heights of the diamond industry, its first mines unearthing some of the finest gems the world has ever seen - gifts from the heart of the planet.
This coin is # 8188 of 25,000.
It is 99.99% silver (.9999). It is 38mm and weighs 31.39 grams. The reverse shows a diamond hologram, while the obverse is Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
The hologram in this coin is stunning! I wish the coin was a grade higher.
It is graded by NGC in PF 68 Ultra Cameo
My self applied price for this coin is $95.00