Sable Island Horse and Foal – 2006 $5 Coin & Stamp Set

Description

The 2006 $5 Sable Island Horse and Foal coin and stamp set is a stunning tribute to one of Canada’s most iconic wildlife populations. Celebrating the unique Sable Island horses, this limited-edition collectible combines fine Canadian silver craftsmanship with an engaging philatelic element, capturing the essence of the wild horses that roam this remote island off Nova Scotia.

Struck in 28 g of 99.99% pure silver (0.900 troy oz), the coin showcases a beautifully detailed depiction of a Sable Island mare and her foal in their natural habitat. Issued as the fifth and final release in the Canadian Wildlife series, this set also includes two $2 stamps—one mint condition and one cancelled—plus a serialized booklet featuring images and fascinating facts about the Sable Island horses. With a mintage of only 25,555, this collectible is a must-have for numismatists, wildlife enthusiasts, and stamp collectors alike.

Special Features

• Fifth and final coin in the Royal Canadian Mint’s Canadian Wildlife series

• Includes two $2 stamps (one mint, one cancelled)

• Comes with a serialized booklet highlighting Sable Island horses and their history

• Struck in 28 g (0.900 troy oz) of 99.99% pure silver with a proof finish

• Encapsulated and presented in a protective wooden case with a decorative sleeve

• GST/HST exempt

Design

The reverse design features a graceful Sable Island mare and her foal, captured amid the island’s sandy dunes and sparse vegetation. The depiction reflects both the strength and beauty of these resilient horses, which are the island’s only terrestrial mammals. The obverse bears the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, along with the denomination and year of issue.

Packaging

The coin and stamp set is encapsulated and presented in a wooden case, protected by a decorative sleeve depicting a mare and foal. A serialized booklet of authenticity accompanies the set, providing detailed insights and imagery of the Sable Island horses.

Specifications

• Year: 2006

• Face Value: $5

• Composition: 99.99% silver

• Weight: 28.0 g

• Bullion Weight: 0.900 troy oz

• Diameter: 38 mm

• Finish: Proof

• Mintage: 25,555

• Series: Canadian Wildlife (Coin #5 of 5)

• Theme: Wildlife

• Obverse Artist: Royal Canadian Mint effigy of Queen Elizabeth II

• Reverse: Sable Island Horses

Why Collect This Coin & Stamp Set?

The Sable Island Horse and Foal coin and stamp set is a celebration of Canada’s unique wildlife and natural heritage. Its limited mintage, fine silver proof finish, and inclusion of collectible stamps make it a standout addition for collectors of modern Canadian numismatics, wildlife-themed coins, and philatelic collectibles.