My Collection
Highlights:
The unexpected square shape and dynamic design of this
limited-edition coin makes it stand out as a distinctive keepsake.
Gold plate on silver underscores the importance of this latest
wildlife treasure.
Coin design:
A black footed ferret stands sure-footed and proud in this
stylized design that highlights its slinky, weasel-like form with
the prairie sun shining in the background.
Packaging:
Coin is encapsulated and presented in a maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a unique sleeve featuring this series of coins.
Hero in the night.
For centuries, the black footed ferret preserved the natural balance of Canada’s prairie
ecosystems. First Nations legends describe it as “magical” because it only hunted at night,
slinking into prairie dog tunnels in search of its favourite prey.
When European farmers arrived, they took aim at the prairie dog that dug up their fi elds.
Little did they know they were removing a critical link from the food chain; and within a few
generations, the black footed ferret disappeared completely—until 1981 when a small colony
was discovered, inspiring hope that this helpful guardian could be restored.
I think that this is one of the nicest coins I've seen in a while. I was so impressed when I first looked at it, the way the gold plating reflects the light makes the ferret appear black in the right lighting.
Fryguy
Quesnel,BC
I was interested in the series but put off purchasing them as my money was spent on other coins. I saw this in a post office and thought it lookied very odd, a square coin in a round plastic capsule, after going home and thinking about it overnight, I bought it the next day. As I was cycling home, I wondered if I should have spent the money on something else, however, I have a hard time keeping my eyes off it since I unpacked it. The charm is in its simplicity. I just wish the mintage was lower.
friend of ferrets
victoria, bc
the coin is in a wonderful series of endangered animals and hopefully the mint donates to these endangered animals
justin coins
vanderhoof
Hello, Ok 1st I went over the address for delivery with the agent and told him to enter it manually. The address the order was sent to was a mess and not what I told the agent...so idk what happened there. Next I paid for shipping and handling that told 6 weeks in a modern world that does delivery in 2 days. Next the prices of metals gold and silver and so forth are getting expensive as far as coins are valued. The mint I know has costs, but they are also providing product that cannot show signs of 'hosing' people I order 2 coins different in design and same everything else...one was more then the other. The mint needs to step up to the plate when delivering...if you don't have enough people...start hiring, cause God knows we need the jobs. Corey
Mint
Ontario
very nice finish on coin. Also really like the unique shape and design.
kevin
edmonton
For personal enjoyment.
Padre
Hackensack, NJ
Recognition of this species is badly needed as it was at one time the rarest North American mammal. However, I am still waiting for an issue that is more like a live ferret, i.e., a colored issue. The only other black-footed ferret coin is from the British Virgin Islands and is simmilar to this one. Of course, this ferret does not nor ever has occurred in these islands.
DR
Long Beach, CA
Great unique shape. Legal tender with an "odd" denomination. Endangered unique animal.
steve
Prince George BC
The gold plating enhances presentation
old moose
Sun Peaks, B.C.
It being square makes it so different. The animals are displayed wonderfully.
Jingles
Calgary Alberta
96.6
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