2014 Silver Canadian Birds of Prey Bald Eagle - 1 oz

2014 Silver 1 oz Canada Birds of Prey Bald Eagle

This second release in the Birds of Prey 4-coin series features the majestic bald eagle. Created by Emily Damstra, a highly acclaimed illustrator. Damstra's works have graced over a dozen coin designs for the Royal Canadian Mint. Her detailed illustrations have a way of capturing nature in living action. And this 2014 Silver 1 oz Canada Bald Eagle (Birds of Prey) design is certainly an exquisite example!

The Bald Eagle

The obverse of the coin features the right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt. The reverse displays a wonderful scene of a bald eagle ascending with a hapless fish clutched tightly in its talons. The eagle's powerful wings are spread high, revealing the fine detail of the design and impeccable engraving. The regal bird's eyes are set toward its high nesting as it continues to climb. This is an incredible design that is fitting for such a noble bird. This 2014 Silver 1 oz Canada Bald Eagle (Birds of Prey) .9999 fine silver bullion coin will certainly grace your growing collection.

Highlights

• 2014 Silver 1 oz Canada Bald Eagle (Birds of Prey).
• Contains 1 troy oz of .9999 fine silver.
• Obverse: Right-facing profile of Queen Elizabeth II, along with the year and 5 Dollar face value.
• Reverse: Displays a finely detailed bald eagle, with wings spread high and talons clutching its fresh prey. Inscriptions include the weight and purity in both English and French. Arched above the eagle is proudly displayed, "Canada." The artist's initials, "ED" are to the right at the tip of the eagle's wing.
• $5 (CAD) face value.
• Sovereign coin backed by the Canadian government.

History

The Royal Canadian Mint has commemorated some of Canada's most iconic birds of prey in this astounding 4-coin series. The featured bird designs of all four coins we created by Emily Damstra, a U.S. based illustrator. Having earned a Master of Fine Arts degree, Damstra specializes in illustrating themes centered in anthropology, botany, ecology, paleontology, and zoology. Her illustrations focus on detail as she attempts to capture and display something of the life strength of her subjects. Emily Damstra's work has certainly brought to life the featured birds in this current series!

Each coin contains a full 1 oz of 99.99% fine silver and crafted in an attractive bullion finish. The Royal Canadian Mint guarantees the authenticity and silver content of every coin from the Birds of Prey coin series.

The Birds of Prey 4-coin series released with two coins in 2014, and the final two in 2015. The series was received with much praise for the consistent quality of designs presented. This was a nice addition to the overall Canadian Wildlife theme, which the mint continues to promote to their global audience. Both precious metals investors and fine bullion coin collectors continue to value highly their investments in Canadian wildlife-themed series.