Like a puzzle with a missing piece, it’s hard to imagine Canada without many of its most iconic species, including the woodland caribou. Sadly, this majestic mammal joins other Canadian creatures that are classified as at risk, threatened or even endangered. With its uniquely shaped cutout, this pure silver coin shines the spotlight on the plight of the caribou-a national symbol whose numbers are in decline in Canada’s wilderness. A beautiful coin design, ideal for art lovers, nature enthusiasts and collectors alike! A ROYAL CANADIAN MINT FIRST! State-of-the-art technology and internationally renowned craftsmanship have come together toproduce the first coin to feature a woodland caribou-shaped cutout-one that smoothly recreates the caribou’s iconic outline! CUTOUT HIGHLIGHTS SPECIES AT-RISK STATUS! The missing caribou element is strongly symbolic: while it represents an artistic tribute to a beloved species, the overall design also offers a haunting re-imagining of the Canadian wilderness without thisnational icon-particularly the Southern Mountain population of caribou, which is listed as threatened on Canada’s Species at Risk Act (SARA). FIRST COIN IN A LIMITED SERIES! Your coin is the first in a new series showcasing at-risk species that are an integral part of the Canadian landscape. Your coin boasts a large diameter (54 mm) that allows the finest details to shine! The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins. Most of these are serialized certifications, meaning that each certificate is given a unique number, starting at 1. 99.99% PURE SILVER COIN! Only 5,500 coins will be made worldwide. Designed by Canadian artist Trevor Tennant, your coin transports you to the mountainous landscape of Western Canada, where detailed engraving and multiple finishes recreate a timeless snapshot of the wild. The distant peaks provide a breathtaking backdrop tothe grassy foothills, which slope down to the tree-lined river below; and while the beauty of the engraved scene is unmistakable, it is the uniquely shaped cutout that easily draws the viewer’s eye. Innovative technology has skillfully carved out theoutline of a woodland caribou, smoothly recreating its distinctive profile and towering rack of antlers. The missing caribou element is strongly symbolic: while it represents an artistic tribute to a beloved species, the overall design also offers a haunting re-imagining of the Canadian wilderness without this national icon-particularly the Southern Mountain population of caribou, which is listed as threatenedon Canada’s Species at Risk Act (SARA). 99.99% pure silver. Trevor Tennant (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse).

Like a puzzle with a missing piece, it’s hard to imagine Canada without many of its most iconic species, including the woodland caribou (Rangifer tarandus caribou); sadly, this majestic mammal joins other Canadian creatures that are classified as at risk, threatened or even endangered. With its uniquely shaped cutout, this fine silver coin shines the spotlight on the plight of the caribou – a national symbol whose numbers are in decline in Canada’s wilderness. RCM FIRST: State-of-the-art technology and internationally renowned craftsmanship have come together to produce the first coin to feature a uniquely shaped cutout – one that smoothly recreates the animal’s iconic outline! – The artful combination of meticulous engraving and multiple finishes truly captures the stunning beauty of the Canadian wilderness; but the cutout adds a powerful aspect that highlights the species’ at-risk status and its “disappearing” numbers in the wild. Crafted from 1.7 ounces of 99.99% fine silver, each coin boasts a large diameter (54 mm) that allows even the finest detail to shine. With a limited mintage of just 5,500 coins worldwide, the coin’s artistic design and innovative new feature makes this a highly sought-after collectible that will be prized by art lovers, nature enthusiasts and collectors alike! Packaging: Maroon clamshell with black beauty box. THIS ITEM IS GST / HST EXEMPT. Citadel Coins Halifax, Nova Scotia Official Royal Canadian Mint Distributor.

Like a puzzle with a missing piece, it’s hard to imagine Canada without many of its most iconic species, including the whooping crane. The alluring whooping crane is North America’s tallest bird. It’s also one of our rarest avian friends and the focus of intensive conservation efforts over the last few decades. With its uniquely shaped cutout, this fine silver coin shines the spotlight on the whooping crane-a national symbol whose numbers are in decline in Canada’s wilderness. Mintage is limited to 5,500. As a pure silver coin struck by the Royal Canadian Mint, this item is GST/HST exempt. The reverse design by Canadian artist Trevor Tennant whisks the viewer to the northern boreal plains-specifically the remote wetlands near the border of Alberta and the Northwest Territories. Detailed engraving and multiple finishes recreate the mighty forests that surround the whooping crane’s natural nesting grounds, where it builds its nest in the low vegetation that lines the shallow water. Skillfully carved to ensure a smooth edge, the crane-shaped cut-out re-creates the large bird’s unmistakable silhouette, which stands as a tribute to this great conservation icon. But the eye-catching element also delivers a powerful message; it’s a re-imagining of the landscape without its long-endangered summer resident. The reverse includes the word “CANADA”, the face value “30 DOLLARS” and the year “2017″. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. Weight: 56.3 grams. Bullion Weight: 1.81 Troy Ounces. Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II. Reverse: Whooping Crane Silhouette. Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II. Theme: Wildlife, Nature, Canadiana.

Endangered Animal Cutout: Woodland Caribou. Like a puzzle with a missing piece, it’s hard to imagine Canada without many of its most iconic species, including the woodland caribou (Rangifer tarandus caribou); sadly, this majestic mammal joins other Canadian creatures that are classified as at risk, threatened or even endangered. With its uniquely shaped cutout, this fine silver coin shines the spotlight on the plight of the caribou – a national symbol whose numbers are in decline in Canada’s wilderness. RCM FIRST: State-of-the-art technology and internationally renowned craftsmanship have come together to produce the first coin to feature a uniquely shaped cutout – one that smoothly recreates the animal’s iconic outline! – The artful combination of meticulous engraving and multiple finishes truly captures the stunning beauty of the Canadian wilderness; but the cutout adds a powerful aspect that highlights the species’ at-risk status and its “disappearing” numbers in the wild. Crafted from 1.7 ounces of 99.99% fine silver, each coin boasts a large diameter (54 mm) that allows even the finest detail to shine. With a limited mintage of just 5,500 coins worldwide, the coin’s artistic design and innovative new feature makes this a highly sought-after collectible that will be prized by art lovers, nature enthusiasts and collectors alike! Packaging: The coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box. THIS ITEM IS GST / HST EXEMPT. Citadel Coins Halifax, Nova Scotia Official Royal Canadian Mint Distributor.