Bullion Exchanges Releases the 2015 $100 Fine Silver Coin Celebrating Canadian Photographer Yousuf Karsh & Albert Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity
New York, March 28, 2016 (Newswire.com) - Bullion Exchanges in collaboration with Manfra, Tordella, & Brooks, and the world class refinery Royal Canadian Mint are pleased to release the 2015 10 oz $100 Silver Coin in celebration of Albert Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity featuring an iconic image of Einstein taken by Canadian photographer Yousuf Karsh. The Royal Canadian Mint produced this custom design with a limited mintage of only 1,500 coins. These coins are in brand new, mint condition, and have been produced by the Royal Canadian Mint. Bullion Exchanges is the exclusive distributor of this stunning coin in the United States.
Exchanges President Eric Gozenput states…
“We are particularly enthused by the results of our first collaboration with the Royal Canadian Mint and anticipate Einstein enthusiasts will be ecstatic about the release of this coin. The Royal Canadian mint is widely acclaimed, and we are honored to have worked with and be associated to such an outstanding refinery with knowledge and resources that are simply invaluable. We are excited about our growing partnership, and look forward to potential future collaborations!”
Join the global celebration with this historic 10 oz fine silver coin commemorating Albert Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity! 2015 celebrates the 100th anniversary of the General Theory of Relativity and the 110th anniversary of the Special Theory of Relativity.
This exquisite coin features an original portrait of Albert Einstein taken by Yousuf Karsh in 1948. Karsh is famous for his portraits of Sir Winston Churchill, among other politicians, dignitaries, royalty, and celebrities. The 2015 $100 Albert Einstein Fine Silver coin highlights a unique Canadian connection to Einstein. Canadian photographer Yousuf Karsh (1908-2002) is considered one of the masters of the twentieth century.
Karsh and Einstein were introduced at Princeton’s Institute for Advanced Study in 1948. He took a number of photographs, two of which became the most iconic images of Einstein worldwide. One of them is featured on this coin; it’s down to earth style revealing the humility and humanity behind one of the most powerful minds science has ever known.
Royal Canadian Mint engravers have expertly reproduced the original portrait taken by Yousuf Karsh in 1948. This coin has been exceptionally crafted with exquisite detailing, multiple finishes and a proof field to capture the subtleties of light and form as revealed in Karsh’s original photograph. As a unique addition, Einstein’s breakthrough formula E=mc² has been included within the image.
These 2015 10 oz Albert Einstein Theory of Relativity Silver Coins are being struck at the Royal Canadian Mint. The Royal Canadian Mint produces and markets a family of high purity gold, silver, palladium and platinum Maple Leaf bullion coins. The Mint also provides Canadian and foreign customer with gold and silver processing, including refining, assaying.
Additionally, the Royal Canadian Mint operates a technically advanced and environmentally friendly refinery in which it refines precious metals from a variety of sources including primary producers, industry, recyclers and financial institutions.
The mintage of these coins will be strictly limited to only 1,500 coins making them highly collectible and sure to be sought out following the success of the 2015 1 oz Silver Canadian Maple Leaf E=mc² Privy Reverse Proof Coin.
The reverse design features Karsh’s famous portrait of Albert Einstein taken in 1948, with multiple finishes and a proof field within Einstein’s portrait. As a unique addition, Einstein’s breakthrough formula E=mc² has been included within the image. Inscribed on the border are “CANADA”, “100 DOLLARS”, and “2015”. The obverse features a right facing effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susana Blunt with “ELIZABETH II”. And “D.G. REGINA” inscribed near the rim of the coin.
Single coins will arrive from the Royal Canadian Mint in maple presentation cases and beauty boxes. Bullion Exchanges offers free shipping on all domestic orders, which will be accepted both by phone and online. All prices are quoted in US dollars are determined based on the current spot price.
This coin is a must have for Einstein fans! Physicists, astronomers, historians; anyone with a passion for science and Einstein’s genius will cherish this original upscale keepsake.
This unique coin is attractive to both the first-time precious metal buyer and the long-term investor.
Located in the heart of New York City’s Diamond District, Bullion Exchanges is a trusted Precious Metals Retailer. Bullion Exchanges offers a vast retail selection of products including but not limited to, metals that range from the ever popular gold and silver to the newly emerging platinum and palladium.
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