2019 $20 Calgary Stampede Fine Silver Coin - Victory Stampede plus Bonus Signed Art Card and Stampede Stamp

This 2019 fine-silver $20 coin commemorates the 100th anniversary of the 1919 Calgary rodeo which served to salute returning soldiers and celebrate victory in Europe. From August 25 to 30, 1919, more than 57,000 people attended the Victory Stampede held at Calgary's Exhibition Grounds. Those in attendance witnessed thrills and spills as hundreds of cowboys and cowgirls competed in events such as bronco riding, fancy roping, trick riding, relay races and more.

The design by Michelle Grant captures the excitement of the roping competition at the 1919 Victory Stampede. In the background, spectators fill the original grandstand at Exhibition Grounds in Calgary. In the foreground, a gold-plated cowboy holds the reins tightly with one hand while twirling the lariat overhead, as the horse races towards the target. Fittingly, the gold-plated rim is a four-strand rawhide lariat that was commonly used for roping livestock in that time period. Despite being a one-off event, the "Great Victory Entertainment" planted the seeds for the 1923 western showcase that kicked off an annual tradition in "Stampede City."

Exclusive free bonuses:
This coin is accompanied with an art card hand-signed by artist Michelle Grant. Also included is a postage stamp featuring the Calgary Stampede.

• Mintage: 6,500
• Diameter: 38 mm
• Weight: 1 oz fine silver
• GST/HST exempt 

Includes:
• 2019 $20 Victory Stampede Fine Silver Coin