The second coin in this adorable new series features two jaguar cubs.
The jaguar is the third largest feline in the world after the tiger and the lion, and the largest in the Americas. Jaguars are spotted cats, similar in appearance to leopards; however, they are generally larger and more strongly built, with behaviours closer to that of the tiger.
Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
Each coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1/2oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality.
Cute Baby Jaguar Colour Design
The coin’s reverse features two coloured jaguar cubs playing in a jungle in front of an Incan temple. The inscription CUBS and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark also appear in the design.
Tuvalu Legal Tender
Issued as legal tender under the authority of the Government of Tuvalu, the coin features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2016 year-date, and the monetary denomination, on its obverse.
Limited Mintage
The Perth Mint will release no more than 5,000 of The Cubs – Jaguar Cubs 2016 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin.
Presentation Packaging and Numbered Certificate
The coin is presented in a classic display case within an illustrated shipper and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
Technical Specifications
Silver Content (Troy oz) | 0.5 |
Monetary Denomination (TVD) | 0.50 |
Fineness (% purity) | 99.9 |
Minimum Gross Weight (g) | 15.591 |
Maximum Diameter (mm) | 32.60 |
Maximum Thickness (mm) | 3.10 |
Maximum Mintage | 5,000 |
Designer | Tom Vaughan |
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