<em>T. rex</em> – 1 oz. F...
T. rex – 1 oz. Fine Silver Coin
T. rex – 1 oz. Fine Silver Coin
About
Meet two giants of the Cretaceous.
It’s a meeting of prehistoric titans, as the top land predator meets the master of the skies! This 1 oz. 99.99% pure silver coin brings the ancient world to life by showcasing two icons of the Late Cretaceous: Tyrannosaurus rex (aka the “tyrant lizard king”), one of the largest theropod dinosaurs ever to have lived; and Quetzalcoatlus northropi, one of the largest animals ever to fly. Enhanced with selective colour, the prehistoric scene is equal parts art and science, with an additional layer that remains hidden until illuminated by black light (included), revealing the prehistoric beasts’ fossilized forms—a nod to the remarkable discoveries preserved in Canada’s fossil-rich landscapes.
Dinosaur fossils revealed under black light.
Special features
- Giants of their world. From the ground-shaking stomp of Tyrannosaurus rex to the sky-spanning wings of Quetzalcoatlus northropi—meet two giants of the Cretaceous period and uncover their fossilized remains!
- Scientifically verified. The reverse design has been reviewed by Dr. François Therrien, paleontologist and Curator of Dinosaur Palaeoecology at the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology.
- A popular theme for all ages. Bold and colourful, with a secret black-light reveal, this dinosaur-themed coin makes for a great all-ages gift or addition to any collection. It’s a fun way to share your interest in coins… and dinosaurs!
- Limited collectible. Crafted in 1 oz. of 99.99% pure silver, with a limited mintage of just 8,500 coins.
- Includes serialized certificate. The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins.
- No GST/HST.
Packaging
Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a black Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box.
Features
Black light
Each coin comes with a (free) black-light flashlight that activates a hidden layer on your coin’s reverse, revealing the dinosaurs’ fossilized forms.
Selective colour
A splash of colour brings the dinosaurs to life and keeps the focus on these fascinating prehistoric creatures that dominated their habitats.
Specifications
Design & Artist
Reverse
Julius Csotonyi
Obverse
Steven Rosati
Enhanced with selective colour, the reverse design by Canadian paleoartist Julius Csotonyi presents a ground-level view of a towering Tyrannosaurus rex striding through an engraved swampy woodland, as a juvenile Quetzalcoatlus northropi swoops low overhead. The dinosaurs’ fossilized forms are revealed when the scene is viewed under a black light. The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati.
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