Canada 2013 Orca ½ oz. All coins offered in this listing are unsearched! (see Additional Information below). All of our Canadian coins are acquired directly from the Royal Canadian Mint – The counterfeiting of numismatic coins, and the sale of stolen coins, are serious problems for coin collectors and dealers. Unlike many other coin dealers. To protect against these risks, we do not sell’second-hand’ coins. All of our Canadian coins are stored in a climate controlled, smoke-free vault. Composition – fine silver (99.99% pure). Weight (g) -15.879 1/2 troy oz. Diameter (mm) – 34. Certificate serialized (serial numbers will vary). Face value – 10 dollars (a legal tender Canadian coin). Artists – Pierre Leduc (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse). The orca is one of the planet’s most unique social mammals. Only elephants and higher primates have societies that are as complex and robust as that of the orca. This marine mammal’s social structure reveals familial bonds, modes of communication, hunting habits, and other practices that are passed on for generations. This complexity has led some researchers refer to as a culture. This coin is the 10th in the O Canada 1/2 oz. The coin portrays the orca in exquisite detail against the backdrop of the Canada’s Northwest Pacific coast -part of Canada’s distinct landscape. This coin is a great gift and collectible that celebrates one of Canada’s natural wonders – the Canadian North. Struck in 99.99% fine silver. This coin was designed by Canadian artist Pierre Leduc. It portrays 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 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. 34 mm Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace-Making Kit (coin not included) Transform your favorite 34 mm diameter coin into a pendant necklace with this handy do-it-yourself kit! Bezel is made with sterling silver (92.5% silver). Fits 34 mm coins! 18 inch nickel plated snake chain included. Makes an ideal gift to someone special any time of the year your Pendant Necklace-Making Kit (coin not included) is a unique way to turn your stunning 34 mm diameter coin into a stylish conversation piece. Each coin is encapsulated and presented in a maroon clam-shell case lined with flock and protected by a customized beauty box. Are also available for an additional charge. Unsearched All of the coins offered in this listing are unsearched. Many coin dealers search all coins when they are received from the Mint. They “cherry-pick” the best coins. Then submit them to be graded, certified, and slabbed by PCGS, NGC, ANACS, etc. When a dealer searches coins, those that they sell in original Mint packaging are only lesser quality coins. Photos: When a listing offers multiples of the same coin, one coin is picked at random and photographed. Since all coins offered in that listing are essentially identical, the coin photographed is representative of all coins offered. Surface areas that appear black on some proof coin photos are actually highly polished, mirror-bright metal reflecting the color of the camera. We often include proof coin photos with the coin slightly tilted to better depict the mirror bright surfaces. However, tilting the coin may result in one side being slightly out of focus. Please review all of the photos provided to obtain the best understanding of the coin’s actual appearance. Whenever possible, we use actual photos of our coins, rather than just stock artwork from the Mint. We frequently update and upgrade the photos that appear with our listings, using improved cameras and lenses and better lighting. We will honor your requests for additional photos as quickly as our schedule permits. The item “Canada 2013 $10 Orca ½ oz. Pure Silver Matte Proof Coin O Canada Series #10″ is in sale since Friday, October 25, 2013. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ Canada\Commemorative”. The seller is “okranchlandandcattlecompany” and is located in Lewisville, Texas. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Aruba, Brunei darussalam, Ecuador, Egypt, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jordan, Cayman islands, Macao, Viet nam, Uruguay.
- Edge: Serrated
- Series: O Canada
- Year: 2013
- Denomination: $10
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
- Certification: Royal Canadian Mint
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
- Country of Manufacture: Canada
- Composition: Silver
- Strike Type: Matte Proof
