Canada 2014 Howling Wolf $125 1/2 Half Kilogram Kilo Silver High Relief Proof

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Canada 2014 Howling Wolf $125 1/2 Half Kilogram Kilo Silver High Relief Proof:
$1024.95

FIRST EVER 1/2 Kilo Silver! This stunningly dramatic,TRULY HUGE half kilogram pure silver proofbrings the Call of the Wild to life! Get it now and get in on theground floor!

PRE-SALE OFFER -This item has just been announced and will ship as soon as it arrives from the Mint.

Talisman Coins is proudto bring you the latest in the Royal CanadianMint\'s CanadianWildlife Exploration Program, featuring realistic,naturalistic representations of some of Canada\'s best-known animals!These outstanding wildlifedesigns recall those found on oneof the most popular programs ever from the Royal Canadian Mint - the WildlifeCoin & StampsSets!Tremendousinvestment potential here, as well as the meticulous, traditionalengraving for which the Royal Canadian Mint is known world-wide! Thenew Call of the Wild - Howling Wolf$125 Silver Proofis the very first half kilogram pure silverproofever issued by Canada! Get this truly rare investment piece, for thediscriminatingwildlifelover, savvy investor and/or numismatic aficionado! With a mintage limitof just 1,000, it\'s hardly surprising that this precious metalwork of art has generated so much buzz on pre-release!Investment Notes
Considering this ProofSilver Half Kilo as an investment? It\'s kind of hard to go wrong:
• Ultra-low mintagelimit - only 1,000 means that itis truly rare!
• FIRST EVER CANADIAN 1/2 KILOGRAM SILVER COIN- need we say more?
• Allwolfcoin, allwildlifeand all kilo collectorsneed this coin!
• Tremendous size - 500 grams(1/2 kilogram)!
• Tremendous design, highlighted four differenttypes of proof finish for contrast!
• The meticulous detailing andincredibledesign one expects from the artistic engravers at the
Royal CanadianMint!
• Struck inultrahigh, medallic relief, with tremendous depth of field for adramatic and powerful
portrait!
• Handsomely presented in a solid wood display case!From a numismatic point of view, thishowlingwolf will be thecenterpiece of your collection!A Highly Detailed, OriginalWork of Art - The Call of the Wild!
The howl of a wolf pack sends shivers down even the most stalwartspine. Wolvestraverse vast distances in their territory each day, seeking to bringdown their prey, including animals much larger than themselves, such asdeer,mooseand caribou!Some wildlifeexperts believe that their howling - that eerie calling card that isunique to this species - is a key element of territory establishment,acting both as a warning to unaffiliated wolves and a call to assembleto the members of the pack itself.The design by Canadian artist wildlifePierreLeduc presents a close-up profile portraitof ahowlingwolf in front of a coniferousforest. The ferocious canid\'smuzzle is turned skyward and its mouth open in the wolf’s familiarhowling pose, exposing his sharp canine teeth. Using four separatefinishes to emphasize the texture of the wolf’s coat across its face,muzzle, ears, and neck, and to bring a lifelike gleam to its hauntingeye, Royal Canadian Mint engravers have lent additional beauty to theartistryPierre Leduc\'s already fierce design. These finishes alsohelpto further the sense of depth already imparted by theultrahigh, medallic relief of the wolf in the foreground, who seems toemerge from the background of the dark, night-time forest.The Grey Wolf
It\'s a true thrill to wildlifelovers when they catch a glimpse of the mythic wolf in the wild!Although they were held in high esteem for eons by NativeAmericansbecause of their spirits, wolves have been eradicated throughout mosttheir range in North America, partly by hunters for trophies, andpartly by ranchers as pests. However, wolves have been making acomeback recently and have been reintroduced to several locations,including national parks. Wolvesplay an important role by preying on big game animals and helping tocontrol their population, including eliminating aged and diseasedanimals. Though they hunt in packs, wolves do not view humans as prey.The largest member of the canine family, theGreyWolfvaries in color from grizzled gray or black to pure white. This animaltends to live, travel and hunt in a pack, which usually includes thealpha mother and father, their pups and several younger animals. GreyWolves develop close relationships and strong social bonds. They oftendemonstrate deep affection for other members of their pack, and mayeven sacrifice themselves to protect the family unit!Purity Note
TheRoyal Canadian Mint refines the purest silver in the world. The RCMis also the only mint in the world to issue commemorative coins in a.9999 fineness. This onehalf kilogram silver proof is 99.99% pure!
Obverse
A sensational portraitof ahowlingwolf struck in ultrahigh, medallic relief. There are nolegends other than the country name CANADA and the date on the obverseto detractfrom the power and the beauty of the dramatic design.Reverse
Her Majesty, QueenElizabeth II, in profile facing right.This portrait, the fourth effigy of the queen to appear on CanadianCoinage, was executed by the artist Susanna Blunt. ThelegendELIZABETHII and the denomination also appear.Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented inside a solid maple wooddisplay casketor coffer, lined with black velvet and protected by a black outersleeve. An individually-numbered certificate of authenticity Issue2014
FaceValue125 DollarsWeight500.00gDiameter85 mm(almost 3-1/2 inches)MintageLimit (Pure) World Coins and Medals has been in business for more than 20years and is one of the largest world coin direct distributors andwholesalers in the world. ANA Life Member.Copyright © 2014 Talisman World Coins and Medals. All RightsReserved.