2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Snowy Owl) 2014 front 2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Snowy Owl) 2014 back
2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Snowy Owl) 2014 photo
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2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II Snowy Owl

2014 year
Gold (.9999) 1000 g 101.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2014
Value
2500 Dollars 2500 CAD = USD 1847
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
1000 g
Diameter
101.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#182955
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Snowy Owl

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AN
CANADA

Designer: Arnold Nogy

Edge

Serrated

Comment

Few animals have as intense a gaze as the owl, and the snowy owl's eyes are also distinguished by the presence of a third, diagonally placed eyelid, which protects its eyes from the cold wind and blinding Arctic sun. Contrary to popular belief, the Snowy Owl's vision is both nocturnal and diurnal, a particularly important feature as it must hunt under the midnight Arctic sun in summer.

Unlike other birds, owls' eyes are forward-facing, an adaptation that enables them to perceive distances well and easily target their prey, which they can detect from a great distance. What's more, unlike humans, the owl's eye has limited movement within its orbit. This is another astonishing adaptation that explains the owl's particular way of turning its head - up to 270 degrees in both directions - before its gaze comes to rest on prey.

This is the first of an annual series of three pieces.

Special features
- Translucent sparkling enamel and black enamel add depth to the snowy owl's eyes, which contrast with the slightly frosted plumage of its head.
- A FIRST: This is the first issue in an annual series of three pieces paying tribute to the striking look of Canadian wildlife.
- This detailed coin is dedicated to the Snowy Owl, a magnificent bird of prey found throughout most of Canada's North.
- A wonderful addition to any collection focused on nature, birds or Canadian heritage.Automatically translated

Interesting fact

The Snowy Owl coin is a unique and rare collector's item, as it is a non-circulating coin that was only produced in 2014. It is made of 99.99% pure gold and weighs 1000 grams, making it a substantial and valuable piece. Additionally, the coin features a stunning design of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a majestic Snowy Owl on the other, making it a truly beautiful collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2014  10 - - - - - -

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