Coin is in great condition. Fine silver coin, 99.99% pure. 2021 Canada Discovering Dinosaurs Reaper of Death Rhodium 1 Oz. THE COIN AND ITS DESCRIPTION AS PER THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT SITE. Come Face to Face With the Reaper of Death. Standing eight feet tall and measuring 26 feet from snout to tail. Was a hulking monster with three-inch-long steak knives for teeth. It stalked the plains of Canada 79.5 million years ago during the Cretaceous Period as one of the earliest-known tyrannosaurid species. Black Rhodium Provides Spectacular Design Contrast. Against a rocky background texture. The rocks take on a weirdly appealing appearance thanks to the selective application of Black Rhodium, a member if the platinum group and one of the most expensive precious metals in the world. The contrast between the deep black Rhodium and the gleaming silver seems to thrust the dinosaur’s skull out from the surface of the coin. The Reaper of Death. The name of the creature itself. It literally means “Reaper of Death” as translated form the Greek words “Thanatos, ” the god of death, and “Theristes, ” one who reaps. Pays tribute to John de Groot, a Canadian farmer and paleontology enthusiast who discovered the fossils in southern Alberta. It turned out that his discovery were the fragments of a fossilized skull to a previously unknown species of tyrannosaur – and one of the oldest of its kind ever found. It was also the first new tyrannosaur species discovered in Canada in more than 50 years! The name is engraved along the edge of the coin above the skull fossil. Each 2021 Canada One-Ounce Silver Discovering Dinosaurs – Reaper of Death Black Proof available here has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) as being in flawless Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition, a distinction that means these perfectly-graded proofs have ZERO imperfections – showing all features and fields exactly as the engraver and mint intended. Each coin will also come sonically sealed in an acrylic holder with a black display core and a Canada-themed label. In addition, each will be accompanied by its original mint packaging that consists of a black display case and a mint-issued Certificate of Authenticity. Just 7,500 of these spectacular dinosaur-themed coins have been struck for worldwide release. Make no bones about, these types of coins are incredibly popular among children and dinosaur aficionados of all ages. When they’re all gone, we’ll have a hard time digging up any more of them, so order yours now! CANADA’S PREHISTORIC REAPER OF DEATH. This coin depicts the fossilized skull of. The “Reaper of Death” – the first new tyrannosaur species discovered in Canada in more than 50 years. The coin’s obverse features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. PLATED IN BLACK RHODIUM. These coins have been selectively plated with one of the most expensive precious metals on the market – black rhodium. STRUCK IN HIGHLY PURE SILVER. Each Discovering Dinosaurs – Reaper of Death Black Proof was struck in a full ounce of highly pure 99.99% silver and measures 38 mm in diameter. CANADIAN LEGAL TENDER. PERFECT PROOF CONDITION. Your 2021 Canada One-Ounce Silver Discovering Dinosaurs – Reaper of Death Black Proof has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) in perfect Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition. It will come in a holder with a black display core and a Canada-themed label. LOW LIMITED MINTAGE. The limited edition for the 2021 Canada One-Ounce Silver Discovering Dinosaurs – Reaper of Death Black Proof has been set at just 7,500. Canada’s first new tyrannosaur species discovered in more than half a century is depicted on this 2021 One-Ounce Silver Discovering Dinosaurs – Reaper of Death Black Proof. Coin Weight: 31.103 g. PLEASE VIEW ALL PHOTOS AND USE THE ZOOM FEATURE AS THEY ARE PART OF THE DESCRIPTION. Most of our items are vintage collectibles and as such are expected to have varying degrees of wear appropriate to their age and use. Please inquire if you require more information on condition or otherwise of this item prior to purchasing. Please refer to pictures provided to reference condition. Check out my other items! Add me to your favorites list! Visit my other store, A Papered Past, where I sell all ephemera (paper) items at. Please contact me with any issues prior to leaving negative/neutral feedback or low detail ratings. I will always strive to do my utmost to solve any issues that may arise. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS PLEASE NOTE. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog.