Silver Coin Recognizes the Settlers of Amber Valley, Alberta

The Royal Canadian Mint is honoring the community of Amber Valley, Alberta, founded in 1910 by African American families from Oklahoma, Texas, and other surrounding states. Seeking a life away from segregationist laws, racial hostility, and violence, they journeyed to Northern Alberta in response to the government of Canada’s offer of free land in the Canadian west. By 1910, approximately 300 men, women, and children endured and overcame new hardships as they tamed the Alberta wilderness to carve out a new life in a thriving community that was renamed Amber Valley in 1931. Their inspiring tale of spirit and determination is forever preserved on a beautiful 99.99% pure silver collector coin. Released in conjunction with the annual observance of Black History Month, the 2024 $20 Fine Silver Coin – Commemorating Black…

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World Coin News (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 2024

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