Commems Collection Canadian: Bonnie Ross Coins

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commems CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives United States 12258 Posts	Posted 01/09/2014 11:50 am As I looked over the new 2014 WWI silver dollar, I quickly became a fan of its design and photorealistic depiction of a farewell scene at a WWI-era train station - a couple embraces in the moments before the soldier must board a train to become part of the war effort. The design had a familiar look/style to it, however, so I had a quick look at the coin's specifications to determine its designer. There it was "Designer: Bonnie Ross." Though she had designed coins for the RCM previously, I first took notice of Ms. Ross' work with the 2012 HMS Shannon, Brock and Tecumseh coins for the War of 1812 commemoration. I thought the portraits were particularly well done - the human face is a difficult task for many artists. Ms. Ross was also the designer of last year's Canadian Arctic Expedition silver dollar and gold $100 coins (both favorites of mine), and her work continued with the 1812 coins for de Salaberry and Secord. I've become a fan of her work for the RCM and look forward to her future contributions. Anyone else have a favored artist among the current crop working with the RCM? Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved. Edited by commems 01/09/2014 1:44 pm Report this Post to the Staff

youngloonie Valued Member Canada 173 Posts	Posted 01/11/2014 7:58 pm ED- Emily Damstra. Her wildlife coins are amazing! work includes 2013 O Canada animal coins, wildlife bullion, 20 for 20 link to her blog http://emilydamstra.wordpress.com/ Report this Post to the Staff
rowbat New Member Canada 32 Posts	Posted 01/12/2014 10:45 am You know, now that you mention it, I have never really paid attention or looked into who the artist is/was for coins that I like. But now that you have brought it up, I am going to start doing so. Report this Post to the Staff
commems CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives United States 12258 Posts	Posted 01/12/2014 11:13 am Quote: You know, now that you mention it, I have never really paid attention or looked into who the artist is/was for coins that I like. I'm glad to hear it! Taking the time to learn such things about your coins is one of the first steps to becoming a true collector vs. just an accumulator. Have fun! Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved. Report this Post to the Staff
shopaholic Pillar of the Community Canada 789 Posts	Posted 01/12/2014 11:21 am I think it is equally important for the Mint to give the proper credit to the engravers as well. IMHO, designers give the coins a foundation to work on, but it is through the engravers' execution that bring the design and concept to life. They BOTH should have proper credit. Report this Post to the Staff
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