2019 - $30 - 2 oz. Pure Silver Coin - 60 Years of Prominence: The Saint Lawrence Seaway

Its waters serve as the economic lifeblood for two nations. Its channels and locks connect North America's heartland to the Atlantic Ocean—and the world beyond. In 1959, the newly completed St. Lawrence Seaway was hailed as one of the greatest engineering feats of the 20th century. Its canals and lock systems transformed a centuries-old trade route into a crucial commercial artery for the modern age. Over the last 20 years, the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation improved lock operations by developing and implementing a Hands-Free Mooring system, and converting the locks to remote control operation. These are the most significant changes since the Seaway's construction—innovations that have increased efficiency and safety while making the waterway more competitive than ever. Today, the Seaway is an important shipping route for two nations, as well as a beloved destination for recreational boaters. About 40 million metric tons of vital cargoes transit the Seaway's locks each year.

Join us in commemorating the 60th anniversary of the St. Lawrence Seaway with a pure silver coin that is anything but conventional. While the view inside a lock highlights the waterway's legacy, the anchor-chain rim symbolizes longevity and gives your coin its never-before-seen shape—a fitting tribute to an innovative and ever-evolving marvel.

"The St. Lawrence Seaway is a vital waterway, serving as a key part of the North American logistics chain and as an important gateway for trade with over 50 nations across the globe. Moving cargo over water supports an immense number of jobs, eases congestion on our road and rail links, and provides the most energy efficient means of getting tonnage to its destination. Stakeholders win on all counts!" Terence Bowles, President and CEO of The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation

Specifications
No. 170861
Mintage 2,000
Composition 99.99% pure silver
Finish proof
Weight (g) 62.69
Diameter (mm) 52.6
Edge serrated
Certificate serialized
Face value 30 dollars
Artist Claire Watson (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)