Experience the newest entry of the Chinese zodiac series with the Year of the Snake edition from the Royal Canadian Mint, available at Provident Metals. Since its debut in 1998 with The Year of the Tiger, this highly sought-after collection continues to captivate collectors worldwide. Now, you can secure the 2001 1 oz Lunar Snake Privy Silver Maple Leaf Coins, limited to just 25,000 coins, before they disappear.
Highlights:
Each of these exquisite coins arrives in protective plastic flips. Each coin contains 1 Troy oz of silver, purity of .9999, and is fully backed by Canada with a face value of $5 (CAD).
Obverse
The obverse of these 2001 Lunar Snake Privy Maple Leaf 1 oz Silver Coins features a regal portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by the Canadian artist Dora de Pedery-Hunt. This iconic image, showcasing the Queen in right-profile relief at 64 years of age, was showcased on the obverse of Canadian Silver Maple Leafs from 1990 to 2004. Inscriptions include ELIZABETH II, 5 DOLLARS, 2001.
Reverse
Located on the reverse field of 2001 Lunar Snake Privy Canadian Maple Leaf Silver Coins is the renowned maple leaf design by Walter Ott, symbolizing the pride and nationalism of Canada. Joined by the Year of the Snake privy, this unique image pays homage to the significance of the Lunar Snake. Inscriptions include CANADA, 9999, 9999, FINE SILVER, 1 OZ, ARGENT PUR, and SNAKE.
History
Canadian Maple Leaf Silver Coins debuted in 1988 after their gold counterpart made its debut in 1979. Since then, theyve become the second most popular silver bullion coins in the world behind American Eagle Silver Coins. This coin program has featured three different variations of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse before her passing.
Ordering
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Year | 2001 |
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Mint Mark | Not Shown |
Metals Purity | .9999 |
Producer | Royal Canadian Mint |
Thickness | 3.29 mm |
Diameter | 38 mm |
Inner Pack | 25 |
Outer Pack | 500 |
Condition | Uncirculated |
Denomination | $5 CAD |
Country | Canada |
Designer (Obverse) | Susanna Blunt |
Designer (Reverse) | Walter Ott |
Edge Style | Reeded |
Product Series | Canadian Maple Leaf Privy |
Certificate of Authenticity | No |
Packaging | Plastic Flip |
Metal Content | 1 Troy Ounce |
Shipping | Orders over $199 Ship Free |
Provident ID | 4011723 |