Edward VII gold Specimen Sovereign 1908-C SP62 NGC, Ottawa mint, KM14, S-3970, Marsh-183 (R). Issued to mark the historic inauguration of the Ottawa Mint, the 1908 Canada Sovereign is a key piece in Canadian numismatics, widely recognized for its limited mintage and its connection to the country's early gold resources. Reveling in its deep amber patina with near-Choice definition clearly exhibited across the motifs, a beautiful rendition of a Specimen type that is a must-have for advanced collectors. An article unearthed from the December 4, 1908 edition of the Montreal Gazette sheds light on a significant moment in Canadian history. Dr. Reddick, along with Lt.-Col. S. M. Rogers, brought six gold bricks, weighing between 60 and 70 ounces and valued at approximately $1,600 from the Dr. Reddick Larder Lake Gold Mines to the Royal Mint in Ottawa. These bricks were destined to be minted into Sovereigns, making them the first gold coins ever produced in Canada and the first to be made from Canadian gold. HID09801242017 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

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