2013 $25 O Canada: The Caribou – 1 oz Pure Silver Coin

Description

Celebrate the majesty of Canada’s northern wilderness with the 2013 $25 O Canada: The Caribou Coin, the fourth release in the Royal Canadian Mint’s O Canada series. Struck in 99.99% pure silver with a proof finish, this coin features a detailed portrayal of a caribou cow and her calf standing in the rugged terrain of the Canadian North. The design, by Canadian artist Pierre Leduc, captures the bond between mother and calf, set against a backdrop of a grass-filled valley and distant mountain peaks. A stylized caribou hoof print adds a unique touch to the design.

With a limited mintage of 8,500, this coin is a cherished collectible for wildlife enthusiasts and numismatists alike. Each coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell case, accompanied by a serialized certificate of authenticity.

Design Highlights:

• Reverse: Features a caribou cow and calf standing in the rugged terrain of the Canadian North, designed by Pierre Leduc.

• Obverse: Displays the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

• Finish: Proof.

• Edge: Serrated.

Specifications:

• Year: 2013

• Country: Canada

• Denomination: $25

• Metal Content: 99.99% pure silver

• Weight: 31.39 grams (1 troy oz)

• Diameter: 38 mm

• Finish: Proof

• Edge: Serrated

• Mintage: 8,500

• Packaging: RCM-branded maroon clamshell case with serialized certificate of authenticity

• Tax Status: GST/HST Exempt (Canada)