This exceptional Gold Proof Set from the Royal Canadian Mint celebrates the introduction of standard time and combines history with clean aesthetics. Six large-format 300-dollar coins feature Roman numeral clock faces with different clock positions, each symbolizing a Canadian time zone. The front features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt, while the back covers were designed by Bonnie Ross. This creates a thematically cohesive and representative ensemble.
The Certificate of Authenticity (COA) confirms precise specifications and thus clear documentation: alloy 58.33% gold and 41.67% silver, weight 45 g and diameter 40 mm. It also states that the coins were minted by the Royal Canadian Mint and are authorized by the Canadian government. What makes it particularly collector-friendly is that each coin has its own numbered certificate. This ensures that the provenance remains fully traceable.
Time zones and times
Pacific Time – 4:00
Mountain Time – 5:00
Central Time – 6:00
Eastern Time – 7:00
Atlantic Time – 8:00
Newfoundland Time – 8:30
Highlights
Complete 6-coin set in proof quality with clear thematic design
Each coin comes with its own numbered certificate from the RCM.
Historical context clearly presented in the COA: Greenwich Meridian 0°, 24 time zones of 15° each, international implementation from January 1, 1885, Sir Sandford Fleming
Official print run per design: 1,200 copies
Note: There is no confirmed total RCM production run for factory-issued complete sets. The market is circulating information about approximately 200 sets, but without official confirmation.
Technical data per coin
Country: Canada
Year: 2005
Face value: 300 dollars
Minting quality: Proof
Alloy: 58.33% Au, 41.67% Ag
Weight: 45 g gross
Diameter: 40 mm
Edge: ribbed
Portrait: Queen Elizabeth II after Susanna Blunt
Back: Design Bonnie Ross
Minting: Royal Canadian Mint, authorized by the Government of Canada
Edition per design: 1,200
Total content of the set
Total fine gold: approx. 157.5 g, corresponding to approx. 5.06 oz AGW
Scope of delivery
6 x 300-dollar gold coins “Time Zones of Canada” 2005