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20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Misty Morning Mule Deer
2015 year| Silver (.9999) | 31.39 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| Value | 20 Dollars 20 CAD = USD 15 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 31.39 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#136702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
A male and female mule deer have made their way to lower elevations where they have entered a foothills meadow to forage in an autumn morning.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
2015
TT
Designer: Trevor Tennant
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The sight of a magnificent mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus) grazing on the side of a road or in a meadow is a memorable experience for nature and animal lovers. A rare beauty, this stag's majestic stance owes its name to its large, mule-like ears. The Royal Canadian Mint dedicates this delightful silver coin to a remarkable animal, whose presence adds to the prodigious charm of Canada's great outdoors.The mule deer is the predominant deer species in Western Canada and the southern Yukon. It roams the mountains, forests and pastures in search of the grasses, herbs, foliage, mushrooms and lichens that make up its plant-based diet. In winter, old-growth forests and shrublands are home to entire herds; in summer, the mule deer moves to higher ground, where it can feed on new growth.
Did you know?
- The mule deer has a height at the withers of almost one meter.
- An adult male in the prime of life can weigh up to 180 kilograms, while the female weighs between 50 and 75 kilograms.
- The mule deer is nicknamed the "jumping deer" because of its rather stiff stride and the fact that it leaps up as soon as it senses danger.
- The mule deer is also an excellent swimmer. Occasionally, the female travels to an island to give birth, far from known predators. Some have even been observed swimming 25 kilometers from one island to another!
- The mule deer's night vision is better than that of humans. On the other hand, our daytime vision and color vision are superior. When it comes to smell, we're way behind: the mule deer's sense of smell is up to 1,000 times more developed than ours!
- Its large ears, measuring two-thirds the length of its head, give the mule deer exceptional hearing. However, even though it is highly sensitive to sound, the mule deer mainly uses its sense of smell.
- Its tan coat darkens with the seasons, turning a grayish-brown in winter.
- Most females give birth every year, from the age of two. They usually give birth to two fawns, occasionally three.
- Mule deer shed their antlers every year, between January and March. They grow back from April to August, in time for the mating season in November.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in a burgundy double-shell case adorned with the Royal Canadian Mint logo. The case comes with an illustrated protective box.
Interesting fact
The Misty Morning Mule Deer coin is a unique piece of numismatic history, as it features a rare misty morning design on the reverse side, created by Royal Canadian Mint engraver, Glen Loates. The coin's design captures the serene atmosphere of a misty morning in the Canadian wilderness, showcasing a mule deer standing on a rocky outcrop, surrounded by mist-covered trees and vegetation. This design is not only visually striking but also symbolizes the tranquility and beauty of the natural world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 6500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Misty Morning Mule Deer) 2015 coin.
