2022 $50 Canadian Ghost Ship - Pure Silver Coin

Description: This 2022 fine silver $50 coin captures a haunting perspective of one of the most intriguing and elusive ships ever seen in Canadian waters. For more than 200 years, there have been reports of an eerie apparition in Chaleur Bay (between New Brunswick and Quebec) and in the Northumberland Strait (between PEI and New Brunswick to Nova Scotia). Some describe a glowing ball of fire; others have seen a manned, three-masted ship with sails all aflame. Those who have attempted a rescue remember approaching the glowing vessel, only for the ship to suddenly vanish without a trace… The folklore comes to life on this coin as two local sailors push a dory into the rough surf. They are attempting a rescue just as the storm rolls in, but the ghost ship is only visible when the scene is viewed under the included black light. With Color Reveal technology, a three-masted ship appears on the horizon and seems to be ablaze from bow to stern… but is it real or is it an illusion? Is the ship doomed to haunt our eastern waters forever? Some have theorized that the apparition is St. Elmo’s Fire, a phenomenon in which electricity discharged from the atmosphere presents itself as glowing light on tall, sharply pointed structures—like a ship’s mast. Others think it could be caused by a phosphorus discharge from the depths of Chaleur Bay, like the “will o’ the wisp” phenomenon, where a flame-like glow is seen at night in marshes and swampy areas. But the most popular and fun theory remains that there is truly a ghost ship which heralds in storms off the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Mintage is limited to just 1,500 coins. HST/GST exempt. NumisCan Coins and Jewelry is committed to providing an exceptional experience every time you shop with us. We offer highly competitive pricing and shipping, plus a 30 day return policy on every item. All items are carefully described indicating their condition and stating whether the image is the actual item or a stock image. Unless otherwise noted, Royal Canadian Mint coins are “mint direct” original new condition with case, box and COA. If you are not fully satisfied with your purchase, please send us a note before leaving feedback. Sometimes errors can happen, and we want to do everything possible to make it right! We are working on listing over 5,000 different coin items. If you are looking for something you don’t see, please send us a message. US / International Buyers: Any applicable import duties, taxes and charges are not included and are the responsibility of the buyer. Please check your country’s customs and import regulations in advance for ordering an item.

Price: 695 CAD

Location: Ontario

End Time: 2024-11-25T16:17:31.000Z

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