Twilight Stalker – 2024 $20 Wildlife Reflections Cougar

Description

Twilight Stalker captures the quiet power and mystery of Canada’s largest wild cat, the cougar (Puma concolor). Issued as Coin #2 in the Royal Canadian Mint’s Wildlife Reflections series, this 1 oz. fine silver coin presents a serene yet commanding portrait of a stealthy predator at dusk, a time when cougars are most active.

Struck in 99.99% pure silver, the coin’s reverse features a contemplative scene set against a glowing sunset. The cougar stands poised on a fallen tree, its reflection mirrored in still forest waters below. Through selective colour and advanced multi-texture effects, the design brings realism and depth to the cougar’s fur and adds a subtle shimmer to the water’s surface, creating a moment of calm intensity in the Canadian wilderness.

With a limited mintage of just 7,500 coins worldwide, this issue is a standout for wildlife enthusiasts and collectors seeking modern Canadian nature-themed silver.

Design Highlights

Reverse (Back)

• Cougar (Puma concolor) standing confidently on a fallen tree

• Warm sunset hues cast over a forest lake setting

• Selective colour applied to the cougar and its reflection

• Multi-texture effect mimics fur detail and shimmering water

• Designed by renowned wildlife artist Claude Thivierge

Obverse (Front)

• Effigy of His Majesty King Charles III

• Designed by Steven Rosati

Key Features

• Series Continuation: Coin #2 of the 3-coin Wildlife Reflections series

  • Coin 1: Grizzly Bear (Sold Out)

  • Coin 2: Cougar

  • Coin 3: Moose (launching November 5, 2024)

• Pure Silver: 1 oz of 99.99% fine silver

• Selective Colour & Texture: Enhances realism and depth

• Limited Mintage: Only 7,500 coins worldwide

• Collector Appeal: Ideal for wildlife, nature, and Canadiana collections

• Certified: Includes serialized Royal Canadian Mint certificate

• Tax Advantage: GST/HST exempt

Specifications

• Country: Canada

• Mint: Royal Canadian Mint

• Year: 2024

• Denomination: $20

• Metal: Silver

• Fineness: 0.9999

• Weight: 31.39 g (1 troy oz)

• Diameter: 38 mm

• Edge: Serrated

• Finish: Proof

• Mintage: 7,500

• Artists:

  • Reverse: Claude Thivierge

  • Obverse: Steven Rosati

Packaging & Condition

• Packaging: Black Royal Canadian Mint clamshell with black beauty box

• Presentation: Encapsulated with serialized certificate of authenticity

• Condition: Proof strike; capsule and outer packaging may show light handling marks

🪙 Why Collect This Coin?
Twilight Stalker offers a powerful yet tranquil glimpse into Canada’s wilderness, blending artistry, texture, and colour to honor one of nature’s most elusive predators. As part of a low-mintage, sold-out-prone series, this cougar issue is an essential piece for collectors completing the Wildlife Reflections trilogy or building a premium modern silver wildlife collection.