Medallion - Sudbury "Numismatic Park" "Big Nickel"; silver ND
1964 year| Silver (.999) | 31.7 g | 40 mm |
| Location | Canada |
|---|---|
| Type | Medals › Souvenir medallions |
| Year | 1964 |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.7 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#361379 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Depiction of one of Sudbury's many nickel-refining plants with legends above and below and Sudbury coat of arms above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITY OF SUDBURY - CANADA
INDUSTRY INTEGRITY ENTERPRISE
WELLINGS
BI
THE NICKEL CAPITAL OF THE WORL
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
This souvenir medallion from Sudbury, Canada, features a large replica of a nickel coin. It was created to commemorate the city's mining industry and is often referred to as the "Big Nickel." The medallion stands over 9 feet tall and weighs approximately 2,500 pounds, making it a prominent landmark in Sudbury.
