CANADA
2013
O Canada Series
The Orca
$10 Fine Silver Coin (No Tax)
Specification:
RCM Number: 124067
Face Value: 10 dollars
Mintage: 40,000
Composition: 99.99% Fine Silver
Silver Content: 15.87 g / 0.510tr oz
Weight: 15.87 g
Diameter: 34.0 mm
Edge: Serrated
Finish: Proof
Artist: Susanna Blunt,Suzanne Taylor (Obverse)
Risto turlinen, Josee Osio (Reverse)
The 10th coin in the Royal Canadian Mint's exciting new O Canada series focusing on iconic Canadian images, this beautiful coin celebrates one of Canada's most fascinating marine species-the orca.
This coin is certified to be 99.99% silver with a diameter of 34 millimetres and a metal weight of 15.87 grams. The reverse design by Canadian artists Pierre Leduc presents a side view of a powerful breaching orca. Facing toward the left side of the coin, the massive sea mammal is entirely outside of the water with the exception of its tail.
Its tall dorsal fin and muscular body convey the sense of its exceptional size and strength. The expertly engraved image reveals the orca's distinctive markings to stunning effect, from the light eye patch above its left eye to the distinctive underbody and saddle markings of the species. Water washes away from the orca's body in torrents as it lifts itself from its fluid domain.
In the background we see the Northwest Pacific t coast with its rocky shoreline and tall, majestic evergreens. The reverse image is framed with a border engraved with the word "CANADA," the date "2013," the face value of "10 DOLLARS," and a stylized orca tail fin. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.
Special Features:
- This is the 10th coin in the Royal Canadian Mint's exciting new O Canada series. The series focuses on iconic Canadian images to celebrate all that makes Canada unique. Rendered in 99.99% fine silver with limited mintages, this coin is sure to be sought after by collectors.
- Part of a sub-series of three coins portraying the iconic orca in three distinct scenarios, all engraved in exquisite detail and set against the backdrop of the Canada's Northwest Pacific coast-part of Canada's distinct landscape.
- A great gift and collectible to celebrate Canada's natural wonders, the Canadian West Coast, Canada's animal species, and the country's unique iconography.
- An excellent addition to any collection focused around nature or Canadiana.
Packaging:
Each coin is encapsulated and presented in a maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a customized full beauty box.
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