2011 Mother and Child- The First Months!
This
expertly crafted 99.99% pure silver coin features an eye-catching touch of
selective plating in pink and yellow gold. It highlights a universally
endearing aspect of Inuit culture, making it a wonderful keepsake every mother
would cherish.
• expertly
crafted in 99.99% pure silver
• features an eye-catching touch of selective plating in pink and yellow gold
Coin
design:
An Inuit
woman with her baby, looking over her shoulder from inside the hood of her amauti.
The
warmth of a mother’s love.
Every child
loves to snuggle up to their mother. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the
Arctic, where Inuit mothers must keep their children safe and warm in one of
the harshest environments on Earth. The amauti is a parka ingeniously designed
for that purpose. It has a large hood and pouch to carry a baby and free up a
busy mother’s hands, and loose shoulders so the child can be easily moved from
the back to the front.
The amauti has been a fixture of Inuit life for centuries and remains common today. Historically, these garments were crafted from caribou hide and other animal sources to provide essential warmth and durability in the harsh Arctic climate. By the mid-20th century, there was a gradual transition to modern fabrics like nylon and cotton, making the amauti more accessible and easier to maintain. Although its style and decoration vary across communities, every mother cherishes her amauti for the close physical contact it provides between her and her child. This warmth and affection are treasured cornerstones of Inuit society, symbolizing cultural resilience and continuity.
The decision to
feature the amauti on this coin honours its cultural importance and role in the
history of Canadian numismatics. The amauti,
with its enduring presence, reflects not only the strength and adaptability of
Inuit traditions but also their deep-seated cultural values, making it a
fitting choice for this exceptional keepsake and a remarkable gift to a new
mother.
Coin
Specs:
Mintage: 10,000 Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Weight: 7.96 gr Edge: Serrated
Face
Value: $3. Finish: Proof (with
selective gold plating)
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