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2003 $20 Sterling Silver Land, Sea & Rail Coins
This year, the popular Land,
Sea and Rail Collection returns with special-edition coins that put the
spotlight on transportation innovations of the 20th century.
The cameos on these
special-edition coins feature something different. They are now struck
with an intricate sterling silver design. The rest of the coin's surface
is treated to an ultra-precise technique called selective gold plating,
and the result is absolutely breathtaking.
 The
HMCS Bras d'or
(FHE-400)
#6242003
The HMCS Bras d'or (FHE-400) An ingenious
water-gliding warship.
At the end of the Second World War, the
Royal Canadian Navy knew it had to update its warships if it hoped to
succeed in anti-submarine warfare. Taking one of Alexander Graham Bell's
clever inventions, researchers developed an innovative hydrofoil ship that
could surf across water at high speed to intercept any nuclear-powered
submarine. A change in defense policy forced the Bras d'or into retirement
without ever having entered military service.
Only 15,000 coins worldwide!
 Canadian
National FA-1 Diesel-Electric Locomotive - No. 9400 - #6242103
A powerful diesel-electric locomotive.
Towards the middle of the 20th century, the
difficult terrain between Montreal and Chicoutimi was proving to be a
significant challenge for steam locomotives hauling heavy loads of paper
and bauxite ore. Eager to solve this problem, researchers turned to the
latest technology, a new diesel engine design that promised more power and
greater efficiency. Success was found in the all-new FA-1 diesel-electric
locomotive, and the Canadian railway changed forever.
Limited to 15,000 coins worldwide.
 The
Bricklin SV-1 - #6242203
A radical, safety-conscious sports car.
During the 1970s, Saint John, New
Brunswick, was the automotive capital of the world as it began producing
the gull-winged wonder known as the Bricklin. Looking very much like
Italy's Maserati (but at a fraction of the cost), the Bricklin promised to
deliver performance and safety innovations that were years ahead of its
time. Plans were ambitious but short-lived - Bricklin Canada closed its
doors after producing just 2,854 cars.
Limited to 15,000 coins worldwide.
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