The 2002 Canadian $100 Leduc Oil gold coin commemorates the 55th anniversary of the pivotal 1947 oil discovery in Leduc, Alberta, which marked the beginning of Canada's modern petroleum industry. The reverse, designed by John Mardon, features a detailed oil rig with a sea of "black gold"—a colorized effect achieved through selective oxidation, representing a technological first for the Mint. The obverse showcases Queen Elizabeth II, as sculpted by Dora de Pédery-Hunt. With a limited mintage of 9,994, this coin is a prized collectible for its historical significance and innovative design.
Overview
The 2002 Canadian $100 Leduc Oil gold coin commemorates the 55th anniversary of the pivotal 1947 oil discovery in Leduc, Alberta, which marked the beginning of Canada's modern petroleum industry. The reverse, designed by John Mardon, features a detailed oil rig with a sea of "black gold"—a colorized effect achieved through selective oxidation, representing a technological first for the Mint. The obverse showcases Queen Elizabeth II, as sculpted by Dora de Pédery-Hunt. With a limited mintage of 9,994, this coin is a prized collectible for its historical significance and innovative design.
