2016 – $10 Fine Silver Coin – Reflections of Wildlife Otter
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From mountains to plains, forests to tundra, Canada’s wilderness is home to an incredible diversity of life; it is a place of perpetual beauty, where discoveries and unexpected encounters can provide soul-stirring moments of tranquility and reflection. The three-coin Reflections of Wildlife series continues its celebration of this natural beauty through depictions of a quiet, contemplative moment in the wild.
Description
From mountains to plains, forests to tundra, Canada’s wilderness is home to an incredible diversity of life; it is a place of perpetual beauty, where discoveries and unexpected encounters can provide soul-stirring moments of tranquility and reflection. The three-coin Reflections of Wildlife series continues its celebration of this natural beauty through depictions of a quiet, contemplative moment in the wild.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Second coin in the captivating Reflections of Wildlife three-coin series.
- Each coin presents a stunning portrait of an iconic Canadian species, but also a breathtaking image that speaks of the natural beauty of Canada’s unspoiled wilderness.
- Finely-detailed engraving gives the image a life-like quality while special finishing techniques enhance the reflection seen on the water’s surface.
- Subscription option: Don’t miss a single coin in this series by subscribing today! Each subscription includes an elegant wooden collector case that allows you to proudly showcase these coins as part of your collection.
DESIGN
The reverse design by Canadian artist Maurade Baynton features a beautifully-engraved wildlife portrait of a playful North American river otter (Lontra canadensis) standing at the water’s edge. The semi-aquatic mammal has ventured beyond the fallen tree trunk that delineates the grassy shoreline in the background. Straddling the small rocks, the otter curiously gazes down at its reflection in the water’s surface, which is masterfully recreated through careful finishing techniques, while its whiskers set off a ripple of soft waves. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.
Additional information
| Year Released | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Month Released | May |
| Composition | 99.99% pure silver |
| Mintage | 15,000 |
| Weight (g)* | 15.87 |
| Diameter (mm) | 34 |
| Face Value | ¢ 10 |
| Finish | Proof |
| Edge | Serrated |
| Artist | Maurade Baynton |
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