125th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Sterling Silver Dollar Coin (1998) 

Country: Canada, Mint: Royal Canadian Mint, Dimension: 36.07 mm, Coin Weight: 25.175g, Purity: 92.5% Ag Fine Silver, 7.5% Cu Copper

In 1873, the establishment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police marked a pivotal moment in Canadian history, as it aimed to instill law, order, and Canadian authority in the vast Western frontier. This silver dollar serves as a commemoration of the organization's 125th anniversary.

Originally known as The Northwest Mounted Rifles when founded in 1873, the organization's name underwent several changes over the years. The United States expressed concerns about having an armed military presence along the borders, prompting the name to be altered to The North-West Mounted Police (NWMP). It wasn't until 1904 that King Edward VII granted them the "Royal" designation, leading to their official renaming as the Royal Northwest Mounted Police (RNWMP). By 1920, the RNWMP transformed into the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

The coin's design prominently features a Mountie officer clad in the original uniform. Over the decades, the RCMP grew in size, boasting a membership of 18,000 members by the late 1980s.

Coin Details:

This Brilliant Uncirculated coin is struck from 25.175 grams of 92.5% sterling silver. On the obverse side, you'll find an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, with "ELIZABETH II" positioned to the left of her head and "D.G REGINA" to the right.

The reverse side showcases a Mountie officer in uniform, with the years 1873 and 1998 on the left side of the horse and officer. Above the portrait, you'll see the inscription "CANADA DOLLAR," while at the coin's bottom, it reads "RCMP" (Royal Canadian Mounted Police). In the bottom left corner, you can find "GRC" (Gendarmerie Royale du Canada).