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2018 Canada $50 Whale's Tail Soapstone Sculpture Fine Silver Coin
Life above and below the waves is beautifully interconnected on this 5 oz. fine silver coin, where a humpback whale’s barrier-breaking gesture is re-created in sculptural form. Arching above the cool waters of Northern Canada, the soapstone carving of a whale’s tail makes each coin unique while capturing the magic of a brief encounter with an aquatic acrobat.
Specifications:
Item Number: 167816
Composition: 99.99% fine silver
Mintage: 1,000
Weight (g): 157.6
Diameter (mm): 65.25
Face Value: $50
Finish: Proof
Edge: Serrated
Artist: Dave Zachary and Cecily Mok (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Special Features:
• A SCULPTED PIECE OF COLLECTIBLE ART: A multi-dimensional, marine-themed showcase that pairs a traditional soapstone sculpture with cutting-edge finishing techniques.
• HAND-CARVED CANADIAN SOAPSTONE: Rising up from the coin’s surface, the smoothly sculpted whale’s tail is hand-carved by Canadian artist Dave Zachary and his team of sculptors.
• EACH ONE IS UNIQUE: Soapstone is known for its natural variation of colours and marbling, meaning no two tails - and no two coins - are exactly alike.
• TRANSLUCENT ENAMEL OVER A PROOF FINISH gives the water its sparkling, Arctic-blue colour, while allowing a glimpse of the engraved whales swimming just below the surface; designed by Royal Canadian Mint engraver Cecily Mok.
• A WIDE DIAMETER (65.25 mm) provides a large base for the soapstone sculpture and an abundance of space for finely rendered details.
• DOME-LIKE CAPSULE helps protect your coin and the whale’s tail sculpture from the elements.
Packaging:
Wooden circular base with black beauty box.
Please note: This product is no longer tax exempt due to modifications to the coin, including (but not limited to):
• Embellishments such as sculptures or moving parts
• Crystals, gemstones or diamonds embedded into the coin
• Sculptures and/or other moving parts
Please see The Royal Canadian Mint's FAQ for more details.
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