Big Nickel, Coin monument at Dynamic Earth, Greater Sudbury, Canada
The Big Nickel is a 9-meter tall steel sculpture at the entrance of Dynamic Earth Museum, designed as a giant Canadian five-cent coin. The sculpture sits within grounds featuring various attractions related to the area's mining history.
The sculpture was built in 1964 to mark the bicentenary of nickel's discovery as a chemical element. This moment held deep meaning for the city, which later became a major mining region.
The monument displays the design of a Canadian five-cent coin and reflects the deep connection between this city and mining. Visitors see here a symbol for the mining work that shaped the region.
The site is accessible year-round and has parking for visitors who want to arrive conveniently. The grounds offer pathways to explore, and information boards explain the significance of the place.
The region beneath this site is a meteorite crater with substantial deposits of nickel, copper, and platinum that continue to be mined today. This natural formation explains why the city became one of the world's major mining centers.
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