2003 United States National Wildlife Refuge Elk Silver Proof Medal GEM Proof

Why add the 2003 United States National Wildlife Refuge Elk Silver Proof Medal GEM Proof to your collection?

This GEM Proof example of the 2003 United States National Wildlife Refuge Elk Silver Proof Medal could be the next exciting addition to your collection.

• The issue is struck on a .900 fine silver coin blank and contains .7734 oz. of bullion.
• The medal is one of a set of 4 medals which celebrate 100 years of National Wildlife Refuge System.
• This medal's mintage was limited to 25,000 examples.
• The series was struck at the U.S. Mint Branch in Philadelphia.

An Instant Classic

Obverse: The design featured on the obverse is that of the majestic elk. The elk appears under the inscription "Elk." The animal is shown standing on a grassy uneven terrain, as if he is executing a "bugle" call.

Reverse: The reverse features an image of President Theodore Roosevelt. Mr. Roosevelt is widely remembered as one of the first presidents to recognize the need for wildlife conservation and putting aside vast, undeveloped land both for the use of Americans and to retain some wild areas for native species. Inscriptions on the common reverse include: "National Wildlife Refuge System" "Celebrating a Century of Conservation 1903-2003" and "Theodore Roosevelt."

Collectible Proof

Proofs are a type of high quality coin or medal struck for collectors.

Add this remarkable Gem Proof example of the 2003 United States National Wildlife Refuge Elk Silver Proof Medal to your collection today.