1999 Canadian 25-Cent Millennium Quarter 12-Coin Silver Proof Set

1999 Canadian 25-Cent Millennium Quarter 12-Coin Silver Proof Set

To celebrate the new millennium, Canada created a two year circulating commemorative program that would be conducted in two parts (one in 1999 and one in 2000). Each program released 12 quarters per year (1 per month) and each featured a unique design. 

1999 features designs representative of Canada's past. In an open design contest called “Create a Centsation” over 33,000 designs were submitted for consideration.
2000 features designs representative of Canada's dreams for a new millennium. A second design contest was held and over 66,000 designs were submitted for consideration.

The Royal Canadian Mint also a released a collector version of each of the Millennium Quarter Coin Series composed of sterling silver with proof frosted finish.  

Design

January: A Country Unfolds Millennium Quarter shows the evolution of Canada through four scenes, which form the number 1999: a totem, an indigenous wearing a feather hat, a settler and RCMP officer.
February: Etched In Stone Millennium Quarter features native petroglyphs that capture the historical heritage and spirituality of Canada.
March: The Log Drive Millennium Quarter features historical reference of Canadian raftsmen and the significant contribution they made to the growth and prosperity of Canada.
April: Our Northern Heritage Millennium Quarter features an Inuit engraving of on owl (wisdom) and a bear (power and benefaction).
May: The Voyageurs Millennium Quarter features homage to the explorers & pioneers that mapped the new lands and created the fur trade.
June: From Coast to Coast Millennium Quarter features the historic Pacific Railway that connects Canada from coast to coast.
July: A Nation of People Millennium Quarter features one continuous line depicting six people representing law & order, learning, teaching, the arts, nature, and sports.
August: The Pioneer Spirit Millennium Quarter features pioneers who came to Canada from other countries to enjoy prosperity and new beginnings.
September: Canada Through a Child's Eye Millennium Quarter features three children holding hands representing a united nation.
October: A Tribute to First Nations Millennium Quarter features symbolic representation of Canada's first inhabitants. The eagle, bear and killer whale represent the air, land, and sea.
November: The Airplane Opens The North Millennium Quarter features a tribute to the bush plane and its contribution to opening access to northern Canada.
December: This is Canada Millennium Quarter features 13 gear teeth on a wheel representing the 13 provinces. Symbol celebrates Canada's rich variety – wheat fields, forests, mountains, native dwellings, and cities.

Packaging

This Millennium Quarter Series 12-coin Sterling Silver Proof Set includes all 12 encapsulated coins released in 1999 in a oval-shaped gold clamshell box and includes Certificates of Authenticity for each coin. This item also includes the Millennium storage box.  

Specifications

Face Value: Set - Includes twelve 25 cent coins, oval case, and certificate of authenticity (COA).
Mintage: 60,245
Composition: .925 silver, .075 copper
Weight (g): 5.90 each
Diameter(mm): 23.88
Finish: Proof