Master of the Land: Timber Wolf – 2017 $20 Pure Silver Coin

Description

The 2017 $20 Master of the Land: Timber Wolf coin pays tribute to one of Canada’s most iconic and powerful wildlife species. Issued by the Royal Canadian Mint and offered exclusively to its top regular customers, this low-mintage release sold out immediately upon launch, making it one of the most sought-after issues in the series.

Struck in 99.99% pure silver and weighing close to one troy ounce, the coin features a distinctive scalloped edge that enhances its visual impact and sets it apart from traditional round issues. With a strictly limited mintage of 6,000 coins worldwide, this premium wildlife collectible is both rare and highly desirable. As a pure silver Royal Canadian Mint issue, it is GST/HST exempt.

Special Features

• Third issue in the Master of the Land scallop-shaped wildlife series

• Exclusive release offered only to Royal Canadian Mint top customers

• Very low mintage of 6,000 coins worldwide

• Struck in 99.99% pure silver, approximately 0.85 troy oz

• Distinctive scalloped edge enhances the dramatic wildlife presentation

• Exceptionally detailed engraving with advanced shading techniques

• Celebrates one of Canada’s most iconic keystone species

• Proof finish highlights depth, texture, and lifelike realism

• GST/HST exempt

Design

The reverse design by Canadian artist Tony Bianco offers an intimate, close-range encounter with a pack of three timber wolves. Two wolves face right while the third, positioned in the foreground, faces left, creating a dynamic composition that draws the viewer into the scene.

Rendered in finely detailed engraving, the wolves’ features and textured fur display remarkable realism, enhanced by sophisticated shading that conveys movement and depth. The animals tilt their heads skyward in unison, captured mid-howl, evoking the haunting call of the wild that defines the timber wolf’s dominance as a master of its territory.

The obverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, along with the denomination and year of issue.

Packaging

The coin is encapsulated and presented in a wooden case, housed within a graphic beauty box produced by the Royal Canadian Mint.

Specifications

• Year: 2017

• Face Value: $20

• Composition: 99.99% pure silver

• Weight: 26.51 g

• Bullion Weight: 0.852 troy oz

• Diameter: 38 mm

• Finish: Proof

• Edge: Plain (scalloped shape)

• Mintage: 6,000

• Series: Master of the Land

• Artist: Tony Bianco (reverse)

• Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II

Why Collect This Coin?

The 2017 Master of the Land: Timber Wolf stands out for its exclusivity, dramatic design, and exceptional craftsmanship. Its low mintage, insider-only release, and powerful wildlife imagery make it a standout addition to any collection focused on Canadian wildlife, nature themes, or premium Royal Canadian Mint issues. The sculptural scalloped edge and lifelike engraving elevate this coin from a simple collectible to a striking work of silver art.