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OTTAWA, ON, May 4, 2022 \/PRNewswire\/ — Today, the Royal Canadian Mint launches the\u00a0Opulence Collection<\/i>, exclusive numismatic masterpieces of exceptional craftsmanship featuring some of the world’s rarest precious stones: pink diamonds from the famed Argyle mine. These jewels are the crowning element of pure gold and platinum coins that truly redefine rare. This new collection, headlined by the one-of-a-kind\u00a0Ultimate<\/i>, a one-kilo pure platinum pink diamond coin, was unveiled today at the Ottawa Art Gallery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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“The Royal Canadian Mint’s reputation for crafting coins of exceptional sophistication and artistry is known to collectors around the world,” Marie Lemay, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint. “Celebrating the talent and imagination of our people through precious metal and fine art is our passion, as well as our trademark. We are proud that our new\u00a0Opulence<\/i>Collection<\/i>\u00a0takes our tradition of excellence to a whole new level.”<\/p>\n

To premiere this new exclusive collection, the Mint has partnered with Heffel Fine Art Auction House to sell\u00a0The Ultimate<\/i>, the collection’s most prestigious showpiece.\u00a0<\/i>It will be offered at a live auction on May 31, 2022.<\/p>\n

“Heffel is honoured to offer collectors the opportunity to acquire this rare, one-of-a-kind treasure, in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mint and Argyle mine” said David Heffel, President, Heffel Fine Art Auction House. “The Ultimate is truly a work of art, and its intricate design and mesmerizing beauty will undoubtedly capture the attention of passionate collectors and enthusiasts across the world.”<\/p>\n

Collectors interested in bidding on\u00a0The Ultimate<\/i>\u00a0can\u00a0register<\/a>\u00a0for the auction with Heffel.<\/p>\n

About the Opulence Collection<\/b><\/div>\n

The\u00a0Opulence Collection,\u00a0<\/i>featuring pink diamond coins in its inaugural year,\u00a0<\/i>is the result of an exciting collaboration with the Royal Canadian Mint and Crossworks Manufacturing, a Canadian company and Authorized Partner of Argyle Pink Diamonds. With Rio Tinto’s Argyle mine closing in 2020, the pink diamonds adorning the pure gold and platinum coins are among the rarest in the world, making the pieces truly unique.<\/p>\n

“This limited edition collaboration is really exceptional in terms of its artistry, rarity and value, and we are very proud to be a part of this story,” said Patrick Coppens, General Manager, Sales and Marketing, Rio Tinto Diamonds.<\/p>\n

“There’s a story of pride to tell here – an artisanal story of Canadian craftsmanship producing creations of extreme scarcity that will be sought after around the world,” said Itay Ariel, Executive Director, Sales and Operation, Crossworks Manufacturing Ltd.<\/p>\n

Released in very low mintages, the Pink Diamond\u00a0coins consist of:<\/p>\n

The Ultimate<\/i>: One-kilo $2,500 99.95% Pure Platinum Coin – Worldwide mintage of one
\nSplendour<\/i>: 10 oz. $1,250 99.95% Pure Platinum Coin – Worldwide mintage of five
\nGrandeur<\/i>: 2 oz. $350 99.95% Pure Platinum Coin – Worldwide mintage of 30
\nTreasure:\u00a0<\/i>1 oz. \u00a0$200 Pure Gold Coin \u2013 Worldwide mintage of 400<\/p>\n

The exclusive numismatic works of art from the\u00a0Opulence<\/i>Collection<\/i>, can be directly ordered from the Mint at 1-800-267\u20131871 in Canada, 1-800-268\u20136468 in the US, or at\u00a0www.mint.ca<\/a>. Kunming Diamonds is the Premier Global Distributor of\u00a0Opulence Collection<\/i>\u00a0products.<\/p>\n

For an in-depth look at the\u00a0Opulence Collection<\/i>, visit\u00a0www.mint.ca\/opulence<\/a>.\u00a0 Images and video of these spectacular pink diamond coins are available\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Royal Canadian Mint<\/b><\/div>\n

The Royal Canadian Mint is the Crown corporation responsible for the minting and distribution of Canada’s circulation coins. The Mint is one of the largest and most versatile mints in the world, offering a wide range of specialized, high quality coinage products and related services on an international scale. For more information on the Mint, its products and services, visit\u00a0www.mint.ca<\/a>.\u00a0 Follow the Mint on\u00a0Twitter<\/a>,\u00a0Facebook<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Heffel Fine Art Auction House<\/b><\/div>\n

Since 1978, Heffel has connected passionate collectors across the world with outstanding works of art, with sales totaling three quarters of a billion dollars. With offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa and Calgary, Heffel has the most experienced team of fine art specialists in Canada and provides superior client service to both sellers and buyers internationally.<\/p>\n

About Rio Tinto<\/b><\/div>\n

Rio Tinto is a mining and metals company operating in 35 countries around the world. Our purpose is to produce the materials essential to human progress. Our four product groups bring this purpose to life: Aluminium, Copper, Minerals and Iron Ore. These are complemented by our Safety, Technical and Projects, Strategy & Development, and Commercial groups, as well as our service and support functions.<\/p>\n

THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT OPULENCE COLLECTION<\/b><\/div>\n
$200 PURE GOLD COIN – TREASURE<\/b><\/div>\n

Each\u00a0Treasure<\/i>\u00a0coin is crafted of 1 oz. of 99.99% pure gold. Inspired by architectural elements, its reverse design by Canadian artist Simon Ng features a ring of Art Deco motifs that surround a central cherry blossom, whose petals are decorated with swirls. The engraved art is adorned with five Fancy Vivid Pink diamonds with a 0.06 total carat weight (tcw).\u00a0 Each one has been hand set into a rose gold-plated, platinum cast jewellery piece fashioned by Beverly Hills Jewellers. The obverse features a field pattern inspired by the cherry blossom petals on the reverse, and the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.\u00a0 Limited to a mintage of 400 coins worldwide,\u00a0Treasure<\/i>\u00a0retails for $12,999.95.<\/p>\n

$350 99.95% PURE PLATINUM COIN – GRANDEUR<\/b><\/div>\n

Grandeur<\/i>\u00a0is crafted from 2 oz. of 99.95% pure platinum, a precious metal even more rare than gold.\u00a0 Designed by Simon Ng, the reverse features an exquisite cherry blossom surrounded by a ring of lush flowers and filigree vines. The engraved artwork of this 42 mm coin is enhanced with 30 Fancy Vivid Pink diamonds (0.34 tcw) that have been hand set into rose gold-plated, platinum cast jewellery enhancements fashioned by Beverly Hills Jewellers. The rare diamonds radiate from the centre of the flower toward the rose gold-plated rim. The obverse features a cherry blossom field pattern and the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.\u00a0 Limited to a mintage of only 30 coins worldwide,\u00a0Grandeur<\/i>\u00a0retails for $54,999.95.<\/p>\n

$1,250 99.95% PURE PLATINUM COIN – SPLENDOUR<\/b><\/div>\n

This creation designed by Simon Ng is the Mint’s first-ever 10 oz. 99.95% pure\u00a0platinum coin.\u00a0 Its reverse features a finely engraved cherry blossom surrounded by a delicate lacework of vines and framed by intricate latticework. Set into jewellery enhancements fashioned by Beverly Hills Jewellers, 64 Fancy Vivid Pink diamonds (1.2 tcw) add sparkle to the latticework decorating this 76.25 mm coin. The obverse features a vine field pattern and the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.\u00a0 With only five of these luxury collectibles available worldwide,\u00a0Splendour<\/i>\u00a0retails for $253,999.95.<\/p>\n

$2,500 99.95% PURE PLATINUM COIN – THE ULTIMATE<\/b><\/div>\n

This one-of-a-kind masterpiece is\u00a0the flagship coin of the\u00a0Opulence<\/i>\u00a0collection.\u00a0 It is also the Mint’s first-ever one-kilo 99.95% pure platinum coin.\u00a0 Polished to proof perfection,\u00a0The Ultimate<\/i>\u00a0features a reverse design by Canadian artist Derek Wicks that brings the beauty of the cherry blossom to life on a 101.6 mm canvas. A total of 462 Fancy Vivid Pink diamonds (6.5 tcw) from the Argyle mine have been hand set into rose gold-plated, platinum cast jewellery pieces fashioned by Beverly Hills Jewellers.<\/p>\n

These precious enhancements on the coin’s reverse add sparkle to the rose gold-plated rim and the petals of more than two dozen flowers, including the central bloom, where the gem-set blossoms form an exquisite clustered bouquet. The obverse features a cherry blossom field pattern and the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.<\/p>\n

This singular showpiece will be exclusively available through a\u00a0Heffel Fine Art Auction House<\/a>\u00a0auction on May 31, 2022.<\/p>\n

Images and video of the\u00a0Opulence<\/i>\u00a0collection are available\u00a0<\/b>here<\/b>\u00a0<\/a>.<\/b><\/div>\n

The exclusive numismatic works of art from the\u00a0Opulence<\/i>\u00a0collection can be\u00a0 directly ordered from the Mint at 1-800-267\u20111871 in Canada, 1-800-268\u20116468 in the US, or at\u00a0www.mint.ca<\/a>. Kunming Diamonds is the Premier Global Distributor of Opulence Collection products.<\/p>\n

Media are asked to contact: Royal Canadian Mint, Alex Reeves, Senior Manager, Public Affairs, 613-884-6370,\u00a0reeves@mint.ca<\/a>; Heffel Fine Art Auction House, Rebecca Rykiss,\u00a0National Director, Brand and Communications,\u00a0416-961-6505 ext. 323,\u00a0rebecca@heffel.com<\/a>;\u00a0Rio Tinto,\u00a0Simon Letendre,\u00a0Director, Media Relations – Canada and Americas,\u00a0514-796-4973,\u00a0media.enquiries@riotinto.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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