2018 Canada Timeless Icons - Caribou Piedfort 1 oz Silver Gilt Proof $25 Coin NGC PF69 UC Early Release Exclusive Canada Label
Why add the 2018 Canada Timeless Icons - Caribou Piedfort 1 oz. Silver Gilt Proof $25 Coin NGC Proof 69 Ultra Cameo Early Releases Exclusive Canada Label to your collection?
This 2018 Canada Timeless Icons $25 - Caribou 1 oz. Piedfort Gilt Proof Silver issue is a one of a kind celebration from the world famous Royal Canadian Mint (RCM). This Piedfort "double thick" issue was graded Proof 69 by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). It qualified for the coveted Ultra Cameo designation and the collectible Early Releases MCM exclusive Canada Label. The coin is struck on a 1 oz. .9999 pure silver planchet. The mintage has been limited to an ultra-low 7.500 units.
Design celebrates two Canadian Classics
The reverse of the coin features the iconic Maple Leaf and the Canadian Caribou superimposed over the top. The design is selectively overlaid with gold to enhance the stunning design. The obverse of the coin features the quintessential 2003 Canadian portrait of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.
Proof 69 Ultra Cameo example
Piedfort or "double thick" issues that are struck to proof quality are rare in North America. They are normally associated with English and French coinage. They exude quality and are sought after by collectors, especially when in high grade like this Proof 69 example. This coin also features the MCM Exclusive Canada Label.
Add this 2018 Canada $25 1 oz. Piedfort Proof Silver Gilt Timeless Icons -- Caribou Ultra Cameo Early Releases coin with MCM exclusive Canada Label to your collection today.
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This 2018 Canada Timeless Icons - Caribou Piedfort 1 oz Silver Gilt Proof $25 Coin NGC PF69 UC ER Exclusive Canada Label is proudly minted by the Royal Canadian Mint.
The Royal Canadian Mint was founded in 1908 as a branch of The Royal Mint.
Year of Issue: | 2018 |
Mint: | Royal Canadian Mint |
Grading Service: | NGC |
Grade: | PF69 |
Designation: | UC |
Release Type: | Early Releases |
Finish: | Gilt Proof |
Label/Signature: | Exclusive Canada Label |
Composition: | Silver |
Purity: | 0.9999 |
Display Weight: | 1 oz |
Weight in Grams: | 31.1035 g |
Weight in Ounces: | 1 oz |
Diameter: | 34 mm |
Shape: | Piedfort |
Edge Type: | Serrated |
Country: | Canada |
Legal Tender: | Canada |
Currency: | Dollar |
Denomination: | 25 |
Mintage: | 7,500 |
Obverse Design: | Queen Elizabeth II Portrait |
Reverse Design: | Caribou Before Maple Leaf |
Reverse Designer/Engraver: | Susanna Blunt |
Obverse Designer/Engraver: | Pierre Ludec |