SKU# 1247863067
Canada 2013 Orca
½ oz. Pure Silver $10 Matte Proof Coin “O Canada” #10
All coins offered in this listing are unsearched! (see ‘Additional Information’ below)
All of our Canadian coins are acquired directly from the Royal Canadian Mint - The counterfeiting of numismatic coins, and the sale of stolen coins, are serious problems for coin collectors and dealers. Unlike many other coin dealers, to protect against these risks, we do not sell 'second-hand' coins. All of our Canadian coins are stored in a climate controlled, smoke-free vault.
Specifications
SKU# - OK124067E
Composition
- fine silver (99.99% pure)
Finish
– matte proof
Weight
(g) -15.879 (1/2 troy oz.)
Diameter
(mm) - 34
Edge
- serrated
Certificate
– serialized (serial numbers will vary)
Face
value - 10 dollars (a legal tender Canadian coin)
Artists
- Pierre Leduc (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Description
The
orca is one of the planet's most unique social mammals. Only elephants and higher primates have
societies that are as complex and robust as that of the orca. This marine mammal's social structure reveals
familial bonds, modes of communication, hunting habits, and other practices
that are passed on for generations. This
complexity has led some researchers refer to as a "culture."
Special
features
·
This
coin is the 10th in the O Canada 1/2 oz. silver coin series.
·
The
coin portrays the orca in exquisite detail against the backdrop of the Canada's
Northwest Pacific coast -part of Canada's distinct landscape.
·
This
coin is a great gift and collectible that celebrates one of Canada's natural
wonders - the Canadian North.
·
Struck
in 99.99% fine silver.
Design
This coin was designed by Canadian artist Pierre
Leduc. It portrays a side view of a
powerful breaching orca. Facing toward
the left side of the coin, the massive sea mammal is entirely outside of the
water with the exception of its tail. Its
tall dorsal fin and muscular body convey the sense of its exceptional size and
strength. The expertly engraved image
reveals the orca's distinctive markings to stunning effect, from the light eye
patch above its left eye to the distinctive underbody and saddle markings of
the species. Water washes away from the
orca's body in torrents as it lifts itself from its fluid domain. In the background we see the Northwest Pacific
coast with its rocky shoreline and tall, majestic evergreens. The reverse image is framed with a border
engraved with the word "CANADA," the date "2013," the face
value of "10 DOLLARS," and a stylized orca tail fin.
34 mm Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace-Making Kit (coin not included) — Transform your favorite 34 mm diameter coin into a pendant necklace with this handy do-it-yourself kit!
Assembly is easy. Makes an ideal gift to someone special any time of the year — your Pendant Necklace-Making Kit (coin not included) is a unique way to turn your stunning 34 mm diameter coin into a stylish conversation piece. Contact us for ordering information.
Packaging
Each
coin is encapsulated and presented in a maroon clam-shell case lined with flock
and protected by a customized beauty box.
Shipping &
Handling
Fast, free shipping & handling via USPS First Class Mail to all U.S. addresses! USPS Priority Mail & Priority Mail Express are also available for an additional charge.
International Destinations: Shipping via ebay's Global Shipping Program
Additional
Information
OK Ranch sells fine collectible & investment coins, fine & fashion jewelry, gifts, and more through our eBay store.
“Unsearched” — All of the coins offered in this listing are “unsearched”. Many coin dealers “search” all coins when they are received from the Mint. They "cherry-pick" the best coins. Then submit them to be graded, certified, and slabbed by PCGS, NGC, ANACS, etc. These graded and certified coins are then sold at higher, premium prices. When a dealer searches coins, those that they sell in original Mint packaging are only lesser quality coins.
Photos: When a listing offers multiples of the same coin, one coin is picked at random and photographed. Since all coins offered in that listing are essentially identical, the coin photographed is representative of all coins offered.
Our goal is to provide clear, high definition photos that accurately represent the coin(s) offered in each of our eBay listings. Whenever possible, we use actual photos of our coins, rather than just stock artwork from the Mint. We frequently update and upgrade the photos that appear with our listings, using improved cameras and lenses and better lighting. We will honor your requests for additional photos as quickly as our schedule permits.