- Country:Canada
- Collection:Silver Commemorative $5
- Metal:Silver
- Year:2012
- Denomination:$5
- Finish:Complete
- Weight (oz):0.253
- Purity:0.925
- Mintage:7238
- Product type:Coin
Distinct and innovative minting process: Niobium insert is struck into the core of a sterling silver coin and then selectively colored through a unique oxidization process made possible by the special properties of this metal.
Fourth and final coin in an exciting series featuring the FullMoons of the Algonquin.
Low mintage coin features a niobium metal insert with unique coloring that reflects the theme of the coin. Each coin has been selectively oxidized to create a one-of-a-kind finish with unmatched colour and lustre.
Special features:
¥ Last coin in this popular series!
¥ Limited to 7,500 coins worldwide
¥ Outer ring of 92.5% sterling silver and a niobium insert at its centre.
¥ Distinct and innovative minting process! Niobium insert is struck into the core of a sterling silver coin and then selectively coloured through a unique oxidization process made possible by the unique properties of this rare metal.
Design:
Designed by Canadian artist John Mantha, your coin's design shows a cluster of phlox blossoming before a full moon; the pink colouring selectively applied tothe niobium insert enhances the springtime theme.
