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These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise…
Before humans set foot on the moon, imaginations were already exploring the possibilities of what might lie in the far reaches of our galaxy.
Star Trek’s imaginative storylines have brought Canadian fans on an incredible journey through time and space. Kirk, Spock, McCoy, Scotty, Uhura, Sulu and Chekov—they have been our fictional trailblazers in this new frontier. Guided by the Prime Directive and a spirit of discovery, U.S.S. Enterprise and her crew have taken us to more than 70 different worlds while encountering nearly as many alien species. Their fictional mission inspired many Canadians to pursue careers in science and technology, while futuristic Trek tech have inspired the smartphones and tablets that have transformed everyday life.
Even today, we continue to associate the Enterprise with extraordinary discoveries, unforgettable first contacts and some memorable opponents—from the fearsome warships of the Imperial Klingon Fleet to the cloaked Romulan Birds-of-Prey. Repeat airings of the series’ 79 episodes have cemented Star Trek’s status as a cultural icon that is celebrated by Canadian fans across the country, and in the official Star Trek capital of Canada: Vulcan, Alberta.
Made for the fans! An unforgettable addition to any collection, and an original gift that will be treasured and valued by the Star Trek fan in your life! – Celebrates the 50th anniversary of Star Trek—a television series that is beloved by generations of Canadians, and whose vision of the future helped inspire scientific innovation!
RECREATES A SCENE FROM THE 1968 EPISODE I, MUDD! The past meets the present in this ode to a pop culture icon! Advanced colour and engraving techniques recreate a scene from the 1968 episode I, Mudd, while the Star Trek font adds a uniquely nostalgic feel.
99.99% PURE SILVER! Crafted from 99.99% pure silver, with a limited mintage worldwide.
An official licensed product approved by CBS Studios.
Design: – The reverse design is an eye-catching tribute to the U.S.S. Enterprise. Recreating a scene from the 1968 episode I, Mudd, the application of rich colour over the engraved rendering gives the Enterprise a remarkable life-like quality. This three-quarter view allows for a full glimpse of the orbiting vessel’s saucer section and engineering hull, while the ship’s twin warp nacelles are visible at the rear. Against a dark expanse of space in the background, the yellow, gold and red-brown colours of the Class K planet below seem all the more vibrant. Partially framing the top and bottom portions of the scene are the engraved word “CANADA”, the face value “20 DOLLARS” and the year “2016”, all in a special Star Trek font.
Star Trek actually made its Canadian television debut two days earlier than the series’ premiere on its own network! – Two models were used throughout the series’ production: an 11-foot studio model and a smaller “3-footer” used mostly for promotional shots.
• The studio model was significantly modified eight times since it was built in 1964. Its last alteration came in 1967 during the production process for the famous episode, The Trouble With Tribbles.
• Within Star Trek’s fictional timeline, the Enterprise served as a Starfleet vessel for 40 years and achieved her greatest fame under the five-year command of Captain Kirk (played by Canadian actor William Shatner).
Mintage 11500
Composition 99.99% pure silver
Finish proof
Weight (g) 31.39
Diameter (mm) 38
Edge serrated
Certificate serialized
Face value20 dollars
Artist Susanna Blunt (obverse)
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