1/25-Oz Gold Coin - Geese (2011)
8th issue in this series of intricate pure gold coins.
Highlights:
Intrigue is crafted into every aspect of this coin—from its minute
proportions to its intricate engraving, pure gold composition and limited
mintage. This keepsake is highly collectable; it’s one of the Mint’s most
accessible gold coins ever.
Coin design:
A flock of Canada Geese flying in their distinctive V formation. Previous coins in the series: 2004 Moose, 2005 Voyageur, 2006 Cowboy, 2007 Wolf, 2008 de Havilland beaver, 2009 Red
Maple and 2010 RCMP.
An uplifting sight from
Canada’s endless skies.
A flock of geese flying in V formation is a sign of
changing seasons—a sight that also symbolizes
Canada’s untamed grandeur.
The Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) is arguably
the most widely known goose species in North
America that’s readily recognized by its distinctive
black head and neck with white “chinstrap”. Males
are generally larger that females, growing 76 to
110 cm (30 to 43 in) long with a wingspan of 127
to 170 cm (50 to 67 in).
Couples are known to mate for life and nurture
their young for several months after hatching.
Their nests are usually located in elevated areas
near streams and ponds.
The Great Lakes region is home to a large population
of Canada Geese. In spring and autumn, the goose’s
distinctive honking call fills the air, alerting residents
along migratory flight-paths of the wondrous sight
passing overhead.
Specifications
- No.113142
- Mintage 10,000
- Composition99.99% pure gold
- Finishproof
- Weight (g) 1.27
- Diameter (mm) 13.92
- Edgeserrated
- Certificateserialized
- Face value50 cents
- ArtistEmily Damstra (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
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