Tyrannosaurus Rex – 2009 $4 Pure Silver Coin

Description

From the world-famous fossil beds of Alberta comes the most iconic predator to ever walk the Earth—Tyrannosaurus rex. Issued in 2009 as part of the Royal Canadian Mint’s Dinosaur Collection, this striking $4 silver coin captures the immense power and fearsome presence of the “tyrant lizard king.”

The reverse design offers a dramatic and unusual perspective of a Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, emphasizing its massive skull and formidable jaws. A selective aging effect recreates the look of fossilized bones embedded in stone, giving the coin a museum-quality appearance. Because of this technique, no two coins are exactly alike—each piece is visually unique.

Struck in 99.99% pure silver, this half-ounce coin was developed in close collaboration with palaeontologists from Alberta’s Royal Tyrrell Museum, ensuring scientific accuracy and historical authenticity. With a limited mintage of 20,000 coins worldwide, it is both an educational keepsake and a highly collectible silver issue. As a pure silver coin issued by the Royal Canadian Mint, it is GST/HST exempt.

Special Features

• Part of the Dinosaur Collection from the Royal Canadian Mint

• Features Tyrannosaurus rex, one of the most famous prehistoric predators

• Selective aging effect creates the appearance of fossilized bone

• Each coin is visually unique due to the aging technique

• Design developed with input from Alberta’s Royal Tyrrell Museum

• Limited mintage of 20,000 coins worldwide

• Struck in 99.99% pure silver, GST/HST exempt

• Includes a serialized certificate of authenticity

Design

The reverse, designed by Canadian artist Kerri Burnett, presents an imposing view of a Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, with special emphasis on its massive jaws and teeth. The aged finish enhances the fossil theme, evoking the discovery of ancient remains preserved in stone.

The obverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt, along with the coin’s denomination and year of issue.

Specifications

• Year: 2009

• Face Value: $4

• Composition: 99.99% pure silver

• Weight: 15.87 g (0.51 troy oz)

• Diameter: 34 mm

• Finish: Proof with selective aging effect (reverse)

• Edge: Serrated

• Mintage: 20,000

• Artist: Kerri Burnett (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

• Certificate: Serialized

Why Collect It?

Blending science, artistry, and precious metal, the 2009 Tyrannosaurus Rex Silver Coin is a standout piece for dinosaur enthusiasts, nature lovers, and collectors alike. Its fossil-inspired finish, limited mintage, and collaboration with leading palaeontologists make it a compelling tribute to one of Earth’s greatest prehistoric icons.