2013 “O Canada” 99.99% Pure Silver 5-Coin Mint Proof Set in Fine Wooden Chest

Description

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SKU# OK12493754261E
2013 “O Canada” 99.99% Pure Silver 5-Coin Mint Proof Set in Fine Wooden Chest
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 (each coin)
Composition - fine silver (99.99% pure)
Finish - proof
Weight (g) - 31.39 (1 troy oz.)
Diameter (mm) - 38
Edge - serrated
Certificate - serialized (serial numbers will vary)
Face value - 25 dollars (legal tender Canadian coins)
Artists - Pierre Leduc (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Description
Canada's national identity is much like its majestic landscape: diverse, storied, and sometimes elusive.
In the ever-changing tectonics of Canadian culture, identifiers tend to reflect the nation's natural assets and social and political institutions.
Born of this complex background, Canadian icons are distinct because they carry meaning for all Canadians, regardless of where we live or how we came to be here.
These are the images that plumb the depths of Canadian pride and kindle Canadians' love for their home.
In this exquisite set of 5 pure gold coins, iconic mammals, including some that are found beyond Canada, are portrayed in intricate detail.
The coins chosen for this set were also released individually earlier in the year,
Special features
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Rendered in fine silver (99.99% pure) with a limited mintage of only 8,500, these sets have been highly sought after!
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Coins in this subscription series include: Beaver, Polar Bear, Caribou, Wolf, and Orca.
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Each set comes in beautifully crafted hardwood chest.
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A prestigious and accessible addition to any premier silver collection.
Design
Each coin was designed by Canadian artist Pierre Leduc.
The mammal portrayed is shown in its natural habitat.
Framing the reverse image is an outer band featuring the word "CANADA, the date "2013, and the face value of "25 DOLLARS, as well as a small stylized symbol of the subject mammal.
Packaging
Each coin is encapsulated and accompanied by a serialized certificate of authenticity. The wooden chest is lined with black flock with an insert that can be lifted to prominently display the coins. Beneath the coin tray is space to store the five Certificates of Authenticity, one for each coin.
The chest is protected by a theme-colored custom outer box, as shown in the photos.
Shipping & Handling
Fast, free shipping & handling via USPS Priority Mail to all U.S. addresses!
USPS Priority Mail
Express
is also available for an additional charge.
International shipping via
the
eBay 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.
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
resulting
one side being
slightly
out of focus.
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.