Silver Polar Bear Coin

Silver Polar Bear Coin

 

The Canadian silver polar bear coin which was released back in 2012 and which has been a very popular hit with collectors and investors, this unique 1.5oz silver bullion coin was released by the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM). When this silver coin was originally released towards the end of 2012 it became a instant hit due to the fact that this was the first 1.5oz silver bullion coin released by the Mint, making it nearly as popular as the silver maple leaf. Canadian silver coins are very popular products on the market today with so many different types of coins that can be bought by collectors. The polar bear silver coin can be bought from any good bullion dealer and not directly from the mint itself.

 

The 1/4oz Gold Polar Bear

The Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) has released a 1/4oz Gold Polar Bear Coin, these gold bullion coins have the very same design as the 1.5 oz silver bullion coins.  These gold bullion coins can be bought from any good bullion dealer.

 

 

 

Silver Polar Bear Specifications

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Weight: 46.65 grams
Diameter: 38 mm
Composition: .9999 silver
Authorized Mintage: ?
Issue Date: 2012

Gold Polar Bear Coin Specifications
Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Weight: 1/4 oz
Composition: .9999 Gold Bullion
Authorized Mintage: ?
Issued Date: 2013

The Silver Maple Leaf Coin

The Silver Maple Leaf

The silver maple leaf is the Canadian Mints most popular silver bullion product to date; minted annually since 1988 these coins are highly collectable. Its appearance was brought about through the popularity of the gold maple leaf coins which appeared several years earlier and proved to be a favorite among collectors and investors. Each silver bullion coin is 1 troy oz or 31.1 grams in weight, the coins silver purity is 99.99% which is the highest of any silver bullion coin on the market today. The $5 face value is the largest face value shown on any comparable silver bullion coin in the world. There have been several notable issues released over the life of this bullion coin series; in 1998 a 10oz version of the silver maple leaf was released to celebrate the 10^th anniversary of the minting of the first bullion coin. There have been many annual variations of the maple leaf, these have included a silver proof releases in 1989 only, there have also been many variations of privy marked bullion coins released to many to mention here. Coloured maples with maple design different from the regular silver maple leaf coins, there have been holographic coins and several differing designs, such as a 2009 issued coins commemorating the 2010 Winter Olympics (3 different coins in total).

A problem that many Canadian silver maple Leaf coins have is problem called milk spot, this happens when a cleaning detergent is still left on the coin when the coin goes into the annealing furnace to be baked. When this happens the detergent gets baked into the coin itself and leaves a spot that cannot be easily removed. The marks left have a milky white appearance giving the name milk spot. This problem has become a pain for a lot of collectors, it can be a very hit or miss problem as this does not affect all maple leaf coins.

The Observe Design of the Maple Leaf

The observe of the silver maple leaf features the profile of Queen Elizabeth II, there have been a total of three differing profiles of Queen Elizabeth to date, a young head version, an old head version, and an older head version. Each maple coin is struck with a face value of $5 and also shows the inscriptions of ELIZABETH II, 5 DOLLARS and the year of minting on the obverse.

 (Tiara Portrait) 1988-1989. Designers Arnold Machin & Walter Ott.
(Royal Diadem Portrait) 1990-2003. Designer Dora de Perdery Hunt.(Uncrowned Portrait) 2004-Present.  Designers Susanna Blunt & Susan Taylor.

The Reverse Design of the Maple Leaf

The reverse of these silver bullion coins have always features the iconic maple leaf design which is the national symbol of Canada , and the phrase "Fine Silver 1 oz Argent Pur" along the bottom of each coin.

(Maple Leaf Portrait) 1988-2009. Designer Walter Ott.

 

 

Silver Maple Leaf Specifications

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Weight: 31.10 grams
Diameter: 38 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .9999 Silver

Final Canadian Wildlife Series Coin Released

The Canadian Wood Bison

The sixth and final silver bullion coin in the Canadian Wildlife Series has been released by the Royal Canadian Mint (RMC), this final bullion coin release will have the Canadian Wood Bison (Buffalo). This final silver bullion coin completes a excellent series of six coins, all of which have been released as 1oz .9999 fine silver bullion coins. The Canadian Wood Bison just like the previous five coins will have a mintage release of up to 1,000,000 silver bullion coins if there is a demand, these bullion coins can be bought in tubes of 25 from all good dealers.

The five previous coins in the series have been the Timberwolf, Grizzly Bear, Cougar, Moose and the Pronghorn Antelope, and now the Canadian Wood Bison completes the series. The first coin in the Canadian wildlife series was released in 2010 with the Timberwolf, and closely followed by the Grizzly Bear in that year, in 2011 the next two coins the Cougar and the Moose were released to the public, then in 2012 the Pronghorn Antelope and Wood Bison finished of the series.

The Reverse Design of the Wood Bison Coin

The reverse of the Canadian Wildlife Series of silver bullion coins features the six iconic Canadian animals Timberwolf, Grizzly Bear, Cougar, Moose and the Pronghorn Antelope, and finally the Wood Bison. The phrase "Fine Silver 1 oz Argent Pur" along the bottom of each coin.

The Observe Designs of the Wood Bison Coin

The obverse of each coin features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, created in 2003 by Canadian portrait artist Susanna Blunt.



Canadian Wildlife Series Specifications

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Weight: 31.12 grams
Diameter: 38 mm
Composition: .9999 silver
Authorized Mintage: 1 Million Of Each
Issue Date: 2011-2013




Canadian Birthstone Coin Series

Canadian Birthstone Coins

The Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) has issued this series of 12 beautiful silver proof coins with gem-toned Swaravski crystals embedded in each coin, each silver proof coin has a denomination of 3 dollars and weighs in at 7,96 grams (1/4 oz) of pure silver .9999 and issued as a silver proof coin. All 12 silver proof coins can be bought as individual cased coins with an individually numbered certificate of authenticity, or in a 12 coin set which has been produced with each induvidual coin complete with a individually numbered certificate of authenticity. A total of only 200 of these 12 coin  Canadian Birthstone sets will be minted making these sets very collectable in the near future.

Swarovski is the luxury brand name for the range of precision-cut crystal glass products produced by the privately-owned company Swarovski AG of Feldmeilen, Austria (near Zürich, Switzerland).





Each Birthstone by Month

Silver Birthstone Coins Specifications

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Weight: 7.96 grams
Diameter: 27 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .9999 Silver 

 

Silver Tasmainian Devil Proof Coin

Silver Tasmanian Devil Proof Coin

The Perth Mint has released the third silver bullion proof coin in the series Endangered and Extinct, this third coin will feature the Tasmanian Devil. The Tasmanian Devil is the worlds largest surviving carnivorous marsupial and is only found in Australia. The Tasmania Devil has a thick-set, squat build, with black fur and a large broad head and short thick tail. Today this incredible creature is wholly protected and is considered a Tasmanian icon.

 The coin reverse portrays the magnificent Tasmanian Devil in colour and the background comprises of representations of fern leaves and a rocky den. No more than 5,000 of these coins will be minted by the Perth Mint, each coin is minted from .999 fine silver bullion in a proof finish. Each coin is housed in a high gloss wooden case and illustrated shipper, each coin has individual numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Other coins in the series are the Tasmanian Tiger and the Wedgedtailed Eagle.





Silver Tasmanian Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 5,000

Marilyn Monroe Silver Proof 1oz Coin

Marilyn Monroe Silver Proof

Marilyn Monroe is the subject of this special silver commemorative, which is sure to captivate her many fans, Monroe (1926–1962) was born Norma Jeane Mortenson but was baptized Norma Jeane Baker. She was an American actress and model who graced the screen with her luminous beauty, considered by many as the epitome of the blond bombshell, Monroe began her career as a model which led to a film contract in 1946. Her early film appearances were minor but by 1959 she had attained several leading roles and was being hailed by critics. In her relatively short career she won both a BAFTA award 1957 and a Golden Globe award 1959.

The coins reverse depicts a photographic image of Marilyn Monroe set against a background of film and stars, the design also includes The Perth Mints P mintmark and a representation of Marilyn’s signature. Each coin is minted to a proof bullion quality in .999 silver, the Perth Mint will release no more than 12,500 of these coins, each coin is housed in a classic presentation display case with a illustrated themed shipper and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.


Marilyn Monroe Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 12,500

Silver Proof Red Welsh Dragon

Silver Proof Red Welsh Dragon 2012

This is the first release in a new series of silver proof bullion coins that have been released by the Perth Mint Called the Dragons Of Legend, this first coin features the Red Welsh Dragon. The red dragon emblem was most likely introduced into Britain by the Romans, accounts suggest that when the legions departed, Welsh Britons under the red dragon fought the Saxon invaders. History tells us that Welsh born future king Henry VII flew a red dragon standard during the Wars of the Roses, and that it subsequently appeared in the Tudor Royal Arms. After centuries of powerful association the red dragon or Y Ddraig Goch became the official symbol of Wales in 1901 and since 1959 it has adorned the nations national flag. No more than 5,000 of these silver bullion coins will be minted by the Australian Perth Mint, each silver coin will be struck from .999 fine silver in proof quality. The coins reverse portrays a red coloured dragon amid dramatic mountain scenery, included on the reverse of the coin are the words RED WELSH DRAGON.These coins are housed in a black presentation case and illustrated shipper, each released coin will be accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Forthcoming future Releases will be the Chinese Dragon, St. George Dragon, Bulgarian Three Headed Dragon and the European Green Dragon.



Welsh Dragon Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 5,000

Discover Australia Series 2012 Released

Discover Australia Series 2012

The Discover Australia 2012 silver bullion coin series is the current release in the prestigious Discover Australia Coin Program, which depicts iconic aspects of Australian landscape, animals and culture. The series comprises of five 1oz silver bullion proof coins and struck by the Perth Mint. Each of the coins are housed in presentation packaging comprising a display case with a timber lid and a superbly illustrated box shipper, each coin set is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. No more than 7,500 of these silver bullion coin sets will be released by the Perth Mint. The five coins in the series are the green and gold bell frog, the red kangaroo, the kookaburra, the goanna lizard and the whale shark. Each of the coins bears the Ian Rank Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side and a coloured image if depicting one of Australia's iconic  animals.



Discover Australia Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 7,500

2012 Silver Koala Released

2012 Silver Koala

The 2012 Silver Koala bullion coin has been released by the Australian Perth Mint, this is the fifth coin in the koala coin series to be released. There will be approximately 100,000 coins minted for the run of this popular series of silver bullion coins. The koala was first released in 2007 and is available in various sizes for the collector, this years koala design shows the koala clinging to a tree branch whilst asleep.

Each of the designs released is minted from .999 pure fine silver and is available in a variety of sizes from the ½oz, 1oz, 10oz and 1kilo. The coin denominations for each of the sizes are 50cents $1, $10 and $30 respectively, there are also gilded koala coins and proof versions minted for collectors.




Silver Koala Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver

New Silver Bullion Cougar Coin

Silver Cougar Coin

This newly released third coin instalment of the widely popular Canadian Wildlife Series has been released by the Royal Canadian Mint (RMC). This third coin will portray the cougar as the centrepiece of this silver bullion coin. This will be the third coin in a six coin series, which will comprise of the timber-wolf, grizzly bear, cougar, moose, pronghorn antelope and finally the woodland bison. Just like the previous releases there will be approximately 1,000,000 of the bullion coins released for investors or collectors. The cougar design has been engraved by Canadian Mint engraver William Woodruff, this design portrays a Canadian cougar with its front paws grasped on a fallen tree limb baring its large teeth to the world. The obverse design of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is by Susanna Blunt.




Canadian Wildlife Series  Specifications

Mint: Canadian Mint
Weight: 31.1 grams
Diameter: 38 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .9999 Silver

The Wedged Tailed Eagle Silver Proof

Wedged Tailed Eagle Proof

The Perth Mint has released the second coin in the Endangered and Extinct Series, the Tasmanian Wedge Tailed Eagle. This is a huge bird that stands one meter tall and has a wingspan roughly twice its own height, separated for thousands of years from its mainland counterparts it now faces a number of threats including the loss of suitable habitat. As a result it is estimated that no more than 130 pairs are successfully breeding each year. This newly released silver bullion coin has been struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of .999 fine silver and is a proof quality coin. No more than a total of 5,000 of these silver proof coins will be released by the mint for eager collectors, each coin will be housed in a wooden case and protected by an illustrated shipper, also accompanying each coin is a  numbered certificate of authenticity accompanies each coin sold.



Wedge Tailed Eagle  Specifications

Mint: Canadian Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver

2012 Silver Kookaburra Released

2012 Kookaburra

The eagerly anticipated and awaited release of the 2012 Silver Kookaburra from the Perth Mint is here, this 2012 silver bullion coin has the king of the Australian bush perched in a eucalypt tree. This is the 22 coin released in this very popular series which has been a hit with collectors and investors of silver bullion coins, this coin will no doubt be as popular as the earlier released coins in the series. Each silver bullion coin will be a full 1oz of .999 fine silver with a diameter of 40.6mm, each coin will have the P mintmark of the Perth Mint on it. The kookaburra is one of Australia's most recognised inhabitants, the kookaburra is a large tree dwelling kingfisher. Kookaburras are best known for their unmistakable call, which sounds uncannily like loud, echoing human laughter.



Kookaburra  Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver

Release Of The Lunar Silver Dragon

Silver Lunar Dragon Proof

The Austrailian Perth Mint has released a new coin in the lunar series 2, the  silver lunar Dragon coin, struck from .999 pure silver in bullion and proof quality, the 2012 releases are available as individual 1oz and 1 kilo coins and a three-coin set comprising 2oz, 1oz and 1/2oz coins. The Lunar Dragon is the fifth in the Lunar series II silver coins, and as before the Lunar Dragon will sell out very quickly and for a higher than usual premium. There will be a limit of only 5000 silver proofs of the Dragon to be minted and 500 1kg sized coins, the popularity of this coin will make it very difficult to get hold of. The reverse of each coin will depict a traditional Chinese dragon a long scaled serpentine creature with four legs, with a pearl of wisdom. The Chinese character for dragon and the inscription Year of the Dragon will also appear in the design with The Perth Mints traditional P mintmark...

Weight...............31.1 grams
Diameter............36.6 mm
Purity.................999 silver
Year...................2011
Mintage..............5,000
Face Value..........$1

Ships That Changed The World...The Golden Hind

The Golden Hind

The Golden Hind is the second coin from the Ships That Changed The World series released by the Austrailian Perth Mint, this second release in this new series features the Golden Hind best known for its circumnavigation of the globe between 1577 and 1580 and captained by Sir Francis Drake. Each coin from this series is a full 1oz of .999 silver and in proof quality, the five coins released will be Santa Maria, Golden Hind, Mayflower, USS Constitution and the Cutty Sark. The Perth Mint will release no more than 5,000 of these silver proof coins, the coin is housed in a presentation display case and superbly illustrated shipper, each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Coin Specification
Weight...............31.135 grams
Diameter............40.6 mm
Purity.................999 silver
Year...................2011
Mintage.............5,000
Face Value.........$1

Silver New Zealand Kiwi Coins

Silver New Zealand Kiwi Coins

The New Zealand Mints limited edition Kiwi coins, a 3 year coin series to celebrate New Zealand most loved native icon the kiwi, a different design for each coin have beeen issued annually from 2009 till 2011 celebrating the uniqueness of New Zealand with the iconic kiwi bird. The silver bullion and silver proof Kiwi coins are minted in very low editions with no more than 10,000 silver BU bullion coins will be minted and an even smaller number of silver proof coins for each year. The 2009 design features the New Zealand kiwi and stylised map, the 2010 design features the Symbolic kiwi with the Southern Cross, and the 2011 design has the New Zealand kiwi and silver fern together. The Silver Proof editions come in a case with outer cover to protect the coin and an individual numbered certificate of authenticity...

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The Deadly & Dangerous Box Jellyfish Released

The Box Jellyfish

Continuing the incredibly popular Deadly and Dangerous series, this sensational release portrays Australia’s Box Jellyfish, a concern for unwary swimmers in tropical northern waters, never underestimate your chances of encountering these venomous villains, particularly during the wet season when they like to lurk near the coast. The toxins on their long, dangly tentacles can be so perilous that surviving the excruciating effects of a bad sting is considered a medical miracle. The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of .999 pure silver in proof quality, the coins reverse depicts the Box Jellyfish against a coloured background of coral reef and tropical fish. No more than 5,000 of these coins will be released, each of these coins is issued with its own numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Each coin is housed in a high gloss timber presentation case and shipper emblazoned with the warning DANGER. Box Jellfish is the sixth release in the highly successful Deadly & Dangerous series of coloured silver proof coins, other releases include the highly sort after Redback Spider, Great White Shark and the Eastern Brown Snake. These highly sort after coins will sellout very quickly just like the previous releases.



Weight...............31.135 grams
Diameter............40.6 mm
Purity.................999 silver
Year...................2011
Mintage.............5,000
Face Value.........$1

First Kilo Silver Maple Leaf

First Kilo Silver Maple Leaf Forever Proof Coin

This is one of the most unique one kilogram silver bullion coins minted, this Silver Maple Leaf has been minted by the Royal Canadian Mint (RAM) in pure .9999 silver with a face value of $250 dollars, this large silver coin has been intricately engraved and is the first ever Kilo Sized Silver Maple. A unique one year only design of the Canadian national symbol which is highlighted on the huge tableau in full frosted cameo proof finish, with a total mintage of only 999 of these coins being minted, collectors with deep pockets will surely help these unique coins sell out very quickly.

Weight...............1000 Grams
Diameter............101.60 mm
Edge..................Plain
Purity.................9999 Silver
Finish.................Proof
Year...................2011
Mintage..............999

Perth Mint Releases New Coin Series (Santa Maria)

Ships That Changed The World...Santa Maria

The Austrailian Perth Mint has released a new series of silver bullion coins, this first fabulous coin release in the series celebrates the Santa Maria and the voyage of explorer Christopher Columbus to the Americas. The Santa Maria ( Santa Maria de La Immaculada Concepcion) was the largest of three ships used by Columbus on his first voyage 1492-1493. Columbus was searching for a quicker trade route to the East Indies and instead he discovered the islands just off the coast of America now known as the Bahamas. This silver bullion coin is struck by the Perth Mint from 1oz of .999 silver in proof quality, The coin depicts a representation of the Santa Maria in full sail set against a coloured globe map and the inscription SANTA MARIA, and on the reverse incorporates the P mintmark of the Australian Perth Mint. other forthcoming Releases will be the Golden Hind, Mayflower, USS Constitution and the Cutty Sark.


Weight..............31.135 grams
Diameter...........40.6 mm
Purity................999 silver
Year..................2011
Mintage.............5,000
Face Value..........$1

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Canadian Grizzly Bear-Wildlife Series Maple Leaf

Canadian Grizzly Bear Maple Leaf

The Royal Canadian Mint has released the 2011 Grizzly Bear silver bullion coin, the second issue of the extremely popular three year, six coin Canadian Wildlife bullion series of silver coins. The reverse of this coin features a mature Grizzly Bear roaring and standing on all fours on the edge of a body of water, the coin has been designed by senior mint engraver William Woodruff, the obverse of the coin contains the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the portrait was designed in 2003 by artist Susanna Blunt. A mintage of 1 million coins have been minted.


$5 Fine Silver Grizzly Bear Coin
2011
Weight.........................31.1 grams
Diameter............................38 mm
Purity............................9999 silver
Face Value..........................$5 Can
A total of 1,000,000 coins minted.

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The New $20 Commemorative Maple Leaf

Authorized by the Government of Canada, this new Canadian silver commemorative coin is legal tender with a value of $20. This coin features the uniquely Canadian specimen finish a three fold combination of different finishes. The $20 coin features an attractive reserve design depicting five maple leaves that form a C and superimposed over the largest maple leaf is the legend CANADA, additional inscriptions on the coin include (20 DOLLARS, FINE SILVER,ARGENT PUR) and the date of 2011. Also there are the initials CS denoting Cosme Saffioti who designed the reverse of the coin, the obverse has been design by Susanna Blunt which is the image of Queen Elizabeth II and circulating the portrait is her name "D G" and REGINA. The 2011 $20 coin has a diameter of 27 mm, a serrated (reeded) edge and a specimen finish. The Royal Canadian Mint has set their mintage ceiling at 200,000, the coin comes encapsulated inside a royal blue folder with a window that allows for viewing or display of the coin, a certificate of authenticity is alsoincluded. This coin has proved to so popular that it has sold out at the Canadian Mint RCM in record time.

$20 Fine Silver Commemorative Coin

Weigh.........................7.96 grams
Diameter.....................27 mm
Purity...........................9999 silver
Face Value....................$20 Can
A total of 200,000 coins minted.