$20 silver coin celebrates Cowtown’s ‘Victory Stampede’

Designed by Calgary artist Michelle Grant, the reverse (right) of a newly issued $20 pure silver coin captures the excitement of the 1919 ‘Victory Stampede.’ This post-war stampede featured several rodeo competitions, including roping.

A century after Calgarians dedicated “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” to soldiers returning from the First World War, the Royal Canadian Mint has unveiled a pure silver coin commemorating the 1919 “Victory Stampede.” The coin – as well as this year’s Calgary Stampede parade, which kicks off the 10-day event on July 5 – marks... Continue reading →

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