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25-Cent Coloured Coin – Northern Cardinal (2008)
2008
Mintage 25,000
ARCHIVED
25-Cent Coloured Coin – Northern Cardinal (2008)
2008
Mintage 25,000
$24.95 CAD
Masters Club:
250
Status: CAN & US shipping only
Availability:
Out of stock in stores
About
25-Cent Coloured Coin – Northern Cardinal (2008)
The northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) is one of the most brilliantly coloured songbirds in southeastern Canada, where it is a familiar sight throughout the year. The bright red male stands out against white snowand green trees. Females resemble the males, but are mostly greyish-brown with a reddish tint in their wings and tail feathers. Both have prominent crests and dark face masks surrounding the strong coral-coloured beak, which is used to break open seeds and fruits.
Named after the red robes worn by cardinals in the Roman Catholic church, the northern cardinal was once a popular cage bird forits attractive plumage and range of calls, songs and whistles. The male often calls attention to himself with the cheerful birdie, birdie, birdie call. However, the female has a longer, more complex repertoire, sometimes singing from the nest to inform her mate when food is needed.
Named after the red robes worn by cardinals in the Roman Catholic church, the northern cardinal was once a popular cage bird forits attractive plumage and range of calls, songs and whistles. The male often calls attention to himself with the cheerful birdie, birdie, birdie call. However, the female has a longer, more complex repertoire, sometimes singing from the nest to inform her mate when food is needed.
Specifications
Product Number
100771
Mintage
25,000
Composition
nickel plated steel
Weight
12.61 g
Edge
plain
Certificate
serialized
Face Value
25 cents
Finish
specimen (with selective colouring on reverse)
Artist
Arnold Nogy (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
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