Description: 2013 50-CENT SILVER PLATED COIN - BUTTERFLIES OF CANADA: CANADIAN TIGERSWALLOWTAIL Canadian Tiger Swallowtail: Harbinger of Spring The Canadian Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio canadensis) is one of Canada’s most recognizable butterflies. With its broad wingspan of up to ten centimetres and the distinctive yellow and black tiger stripe pattern on its wings and body, the Canadian Tiger Swallowtail is a striking feature of springtime in Canada. This silver-plated copper coin has a diameter of 42 millimetres and features selective colour. The reverse image, designed by Canadian artist Celia Godkin, depicts a colourful Canadian Tiger Swallowtail resting on a coloured dandelion (Taraxacum officinale). The reverse is engraved with the word 'CANADA,' the date '2013,' and the face value of '50 CENTS.' The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. Special Features:- Be among the first to own the beautiful flagship coin from the Royal Canadian Mint’s new Butterflies of Canada series.- An excellent addition to any collection and a striking gift for those who love butterflies, nature, and Canadian flora and fauna.- A beautiful celebration of species that is uniquely Canadian.- A beautiful proof finish featuring a mirrored-like background with selective colour- Also available: a $20 Fine Silver Coin featuring a coloured engraved Tiger Swallowtail. Product Specifications:- Face Value: 50 cents- Mintage: 20,000- Composition: Silver plated- Diameter (mm): 42- Edge: Serrated- Finish: Proof- Certificate: Serialized- Artist: Celia Godkin Packaging:- Coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint branded maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a black sleeve.- Finished Size: 88mm x 88mm
Price: 42.35 CAD
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
End Time: 2024-02-14T22:18:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.32 CAD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
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Certification: RCM
KM Number: n/a
Denomination: 50C
Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
Year: 2013
Grade: Ungraded
Manufacturer: Royal Canadian Mint
Composition: Silver Plated
Fineness: 1.0
Certification Number: n/a
Color: yellow
