2014 Canada Ferruginous Hawk Specimen Set

2014 Canada Ferruginous Hawk Specimen Set

Canadian artist Trevor Tennant's depiction of a large Ferruginous Hawk in flight dominates the reverse image on the one-dollar coin included in the 2014 Specimen Set of Canadian coins. Masterful engraving captures the Hawk's characteristics in exquisite detail, from its spotted plumage to its facial features and sharp talons. This right side profile allows for an excellent view of the bird's majestic wings as it slows its descent and stretches out its feather-covered legs in preparation for a landing. Below it, fine blades of grass rise up from the edge-a reminder of the Hawk's preferred grassland habitat. As with all Canadian "loonies," this coin features an 11-sided shape and raised edging. The reverse is engraved with the words "CANADA" and "DOLLAR" and the date "2014."

Specifications:

Face Value: 2 dollars
Composition: Outer ring: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Inner Core: Brass-plated aluminum bronze
Weight (g): 7.3
Diameter (mm): 28.03
Edge: Interrupted serrations

Face Value: 1 dollar
Composition: Nickel electroplated with bronze
Weight (g): 7.0
Diameter (mm): 11-sided 26.50
Edge: Plain

Face Value: 50 cents
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight (g): 6.9
Diameter (mm): 11-sided 27.13
Edge: Reeded

Face Value: 25 cents
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight (g): 4.4
Diameter (mm): 11-sided 23.88
Edge: Reeded

Face Value: 10 cents
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight (g): 1.75
Diameter (mm): 11-sided 18.06
Edge: Reeded

Face Value: 5 cents
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight (g): 3.95
Diameter (mm): 11-sided 21.20
Edge: Plain

Special Features:
- Mintage is limited to 50,000 sets worldwide.
- Only 1 of 2 annual opportunities for collectors of Canadian coins to own a complete specimen set.
- Exceptional packaging includes removable lens to enhance your enjoyment of the set.
- The finish on these superb coins combines brilliant and frosted relief over a lined background.

Packaging:
Book-style packaging with removable lens and serialized certificate. CD lens concept with maroon outer cover and black beauty box.