CANADA
2013
Lunar Lotus Year Of The Snake
$15 Fine Silver Coin
Specification:
RCM Number: 109606
Face Value: 15 dollars
Mintage: 21,906
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Weight: 31.29 g
Diameter: 38.0 mm
Edge: Serrated
Finish: Proof
Artist: Christie Paquet (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
The year 2013 is ruled by the Snake. The Year of the Snake also ruled 1905, 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989 and 2001. However, people born in January or February should consult the Chinese lunar calendar. New Year does not automatically fall on January 1st. This celebration is better known as the Spring Festival and coincides with the first day of spring a date that shifts from year to year depending upon the lunar cycle and solar year
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