Tiffibunny Posted December 28, 2005 Report Share Posted December 28, 2005 92.5% Silver Gold plated rose 27.13mm 9.3g from coin insert: The Golden Rose - When spring reveals the gold of summer When the first pioneers began arriving in Canada as long as 300 years ago, many were eager to bring the botanical treasures from their homeland with them. The first roses to arrive in Canada were from France, but they were ill equipped to endure the extreme climatic conditions of North America. It wasn't until the last century that hardier varieties began to tempt their fate against the Canadian winter. One of the most notable is Rosa Hugomis or Father Hugo's rose, named after Father Hugh Scallion, the missionary who discovered this beautiful yellow rose in China and sent it to England in 1899. It wasn't long before its tough-disposition was discovered, and the Golden Rose of China was brought to Canada. Every spring, despite the ravages of winter, this 2.5 m (8 ft) tall shrub will produce a bounty of delicate blooms. Their perfect yellow is a sight to behold, this vigorous beauty is a gardener's dream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted December 28, 2005 Report Share Posted December 28, 2005 That's a pretty coin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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