2011, 1 Kilo Coin, $250 Pure Silver Coin Canada, First European Anniversary

  
J & M Coin and Jewellery. Lacrosse is sport, legend, culture and history combined-a unique feature of the Canadian identity that emerged when European colonists encountered First Nations society.

One of the first European documentations of this powerful sport is believed to have been written 375 years ago in 1636 by Jesuit missionary Jean de Brébeuf from Condé-sur-Vire (France). Brébeuf became acquainted with baggataway (original name for Lacrosse) while living among the Hurons. Firm in the belief the Creator invented the game for His own amusement. Players took to the field with the highest ideals.

Lacrosse was a training ground for young warriors and was a non-warring means to settle tribal disputes. Players were determined to bring honour and glory to their teammates and to their tribes. Matches could cover vast territories and last months at a time.

In an effort to intimidate their opponents, players covered their faces with war paint; a ritual believed to be the inspirationbehind the modern custom of painting hockey goalie masks. Produced By: RCM Denomination: 250 Dollars Year: 2011 TECHNICAL SPECS: Diameter: 28mm Weight: 8.5grams EXTENDED INFORMATION: Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II Reverse: Lacrosse Finish: Proof Quantity Produced: 600 Theme: 375th Anniversary of Lacrosse.

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