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| Canadian Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly (also available in solid pure silver - contact us for more information) okranchcoins@yahoo.com |
2013 Canadian Tiger Swallowtail – Butterflies of Canada Series – Proof with Color
First coin in the brand-new Butterflies of Canada series!
Specifications
SKU# - 121878
Composition - silver plated
Finish - proof
Diameter (mm) - 42
Edge - serrated
Certificate – serialized (serial numbers will vary)
Face value - 50 cents (a legal tender Canadian coin)
Artists - Celia Godkin (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Description
With its distinctive yellow-and-black stripe pattern, the Canadian tiger swallowtail is one of our nation’s most recognizable butterflies. This is the first coin of a beautiful new series celebrating a species that is uniquely Canadian.
Special features
· This is the first in the exciting new Butterflies of Canada series.
· Each coin presents a beautiful mirror-like proof finish.
· Also available: a fine silver coin featuring a colored engraved tiger swallowtail, sold separately. Contact us for shopping assistance.
Design
This coin’s image was designed by Canadian artist Celia Godkin. It features a colorful Canadian tiger swallowtail butterfly - a harbinger of spring - resting on a yellow dandelion. The reverse is engraved with the word “CANADA,” the date “2013” and the face value of “50 CENTS.”
Limited Mintage
10,767 sold (2013 Annual Report).
Packaging
Each coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint branded maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a black sleeve.
This coin is an excellent addition to any collection and a striking gift for those who love butterflies, nature and Canadian flora and fauna.
Shipping & Handling
Fast, free shipping & handling via USPS First Class Mail to all U.S. addresses.
USPS Priority Mail & Priority Express Mail are also available for an additional charge
International shipping via ebay's Global Shipping Program.
Additional Information
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