Canada: Kathleen "Kit" Coleman - Pioneer Journalist $100 Gold 2023 Proof

Canada: Kathleen "Kit" Coleman - Pioneer Journalist $100 Gold 2023 Proof is a unique coin that features one of Canada's most successful journalists Kathleen "Kit" Blake Coleman. The woman made history 125 years ago by becoming the first accredited war correspondent in North America, helped found the Canadian Women's Press Club and was its first president, and later became the first syndicated columnist in Canada.

The currency is minted from Au gold.9999, with a weight of 7.8 grams and a diameter of 20 mm, in standard proof. The copy comes with individual, certified packaging. The mintage of the product is 1,500 pieces. In addition, this remarkable piece was produced by The Royal Canadian Mint. The coin is guaranteed by the Government of Canada as to its legality, purity of the bullion and origin of the metal, and is a full-fledged means of payment in the country of the issuer.

Obverse depicts the likeness of Queen Elizabeth II and face value information, designed by Susanna Blunt.

Reverse showcases the character of journalist Kathleen "Kit" Blake Coleman and a collage of places important to her. The reverse side also shows the year and country of the issuer. The designer of the reverse was Pandora Young.