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Platinum Coin – Scimitar Cat (2008)
2008
Mintage 200
ARCHIVED
Platinum Coin – Scimitar Cat (2008)
2008
Mintage 200
$3,419.95 CAD
Masters Club:
34,200
Status: CAN & US shipping only
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About
Platinum Coin – Scimitar Cat (2008)
With large, razor-sharp fangs, the scimitar cat (Homotherium serum) is arguably one of the most awe-inspiring animals of the Ice Age.
The scimitar cat was roughly the size of a lion, but with a lighter body that gave it more running flexibility than its Ice Age cousins, the saber-tooth cat and American lion. It had a short tail like the lynx, long, powerfulforelimbs but poorly developed hindquarters that gave it a hyena-like stance. While most cats see best at night, scimitar skulls have brain impressions indicating it could also see well in daylight, like themodern cheetah.
Highlights
The second coin in a fascinating, upscale series featuring prehistoric animals, this is a rare opportunity tocollect a 1 oz platinum coin independent of a set.
Reverse
Expertly crafted beautiful representation of this rare animal from the Ice Age.
The scimitar cat was roughly the size of a lion, but with a lighter body that gave it more running flexibility than its Ice Age cousins, the saber-tooth cat and American lion. It had a short tail like the lynx, long, powerfulforelimbs but poorly developed hindquarters that gave it a hyena-like stance. While most cats see best at night, scimitar skulls have brain impressions indicating it could also see well in daylight, like themodern cheetah.
Highlights
The second coin in a fascinating, upscale series featuring prehistoric animals, this is a rare opportunity tocollect a 1 oz platinum coin independent of a set.
Reverse
Expertly crafted beautiful representation of this rare animal from the Ice Age.
Specifications
Product Number
101580
Mintage
200
Composition
99.95% platinum
Weight
31.16 g
Edge
serrated
Certificate
serialized
Face Value
$300
Finish
proof
Artist
Courtesy of Tyrell Museum
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