2013 Canadian Arctic Expedition 100th Anniversary Silver Dollar Specimen Set

Description

SKU# OK1277609214EB
2013 100th Anniversary of the Canadian Arctic Expedition
Silver Dollar Specimen Set
All coins offered in this listing are
unsearched!
(see ‘Additional Information’ below)
All of our Canadian coins are stored in a climate controlled, smoke-free vault.  All of our Canadian coins are acquired directly from the Royal Canadian Mint - We do not sell 'second-hand' coins from unreliable and potentially fraudulent/counterfeit sources.
Specifications
Specimen dollar
Composition - 99.99% pure silver
Finish - specimen
Weight (g) - 23.17
Diameter (mm) - 36.07
Edge - reeded
Artist - Bonnie Ross
2 dollars
Composition - outer ring : 99+% Ni Inner core : 92% Cu, 6% Al and 2% Ni
Finish - specimen
Weight (g) - 7.3
Diameter (mm) - 28.03
Edge - interrupted serrations
Artist - Glen Loates
1 dollar
Composition - nickel electroplated with bronze
Finish - specimen
Weight (g) - 7
Diameter (mm) - 26.5
Edge - plain
50 cents
Composition - three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Finish - specimen
Weight (g) - 6.9
Diameter (mm) - 27.3
Edge - reeded
25 cents
Composition - three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Finish - specimen
Weight (g) - 4.4
Diameter (mm) - 23.88
Edge - reeded
10 cents
Composition - three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Finish - specimen
Weight (g) - 1.75
Diameter (mm) - 18.06
Edge - reeded
5 cents
Composition - three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Finish - specimen
Weight (g) - 3.95
Diameter (mm) - 21.2
Edge: plain
Description
The Canadian Arctic Expedition was an important event in the exploration of the Canadian Arctic, helping to map the extent of Canada’s Arctic territory, preserve Canada’s sovereignty in the region, and uncover important research about the people, flora, fauna, and geology of the region. The year 2013 marks the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Arctic Expedition.
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Special features
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First Silver Dollar in a Specimen Set!
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The Specimen Silver Dollar is certified to be 99.99% pure silver.
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The specimen finish is a three-fold combination of brilliant and frosted relief on a lined finish background; a finish unique to the Royal Canadian Mint.
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Each coin in this set has been individually inspected to ensure that it meets the exacting standards of the Royal Canadian Mint.
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This Specimen Set celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Arctic Expedition with a coin whose artistry draws on the rich legacy of imagery from the historic exploration of the Canadian Arctic.
Design
This Specimen Silver Dollar was designed by Canadian artist Bonnie Ross and portrays several significant elements from the Canadian Arctic Expedition.
In the foreground, the image draws on the abundant photography from the Expedition to present a portrait of three men standing beside a dogsled packed with gear.
Harnessed to the sled, the waiting dog team is watches and listens for the command to move on across the Arctic tundra.
Above the mountainous skyline on the distant horizon, a stylized image of a compass pointed 10 degrees east of true North fills the background.
Packaging
Each specimen set comes in a CD lens concept case with maroon outer cover and custom beauty box.
Shipping & Handling
Fast, free shipping & handling via USPS 1st Class Mail to all U.S. addresses!
USPS Priority Mail & Priority Mail Express are also available for an additional charge.
International shipping is via the
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Unsearched”
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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.
Surface areas that appear black on some proof coin photos are actually highly polished, mirror-bright metal reflecting the color of the camera. We often include proof coin photos with the coin slightly tilted to better depict the mirror bright surfaces.  However, tilting the coin may
result in
one side being
slightly
out of focus.  Please review all of the photos provided to obtain the best understanding of the coin's actual
appearance.
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.