2023 Canada $30 Vantage Point - Bald Eagle by Robert Bateman Fine Silver (No Tax)

A symbol of strength and resilience in the wild, the bald eagle is a regal sight to behold on this 2 oz. 99.99% fine silver coin. The coin’s reverse presents an engraved take on Vantage Point – Bald Eagle, an original work of art by world-renowned wildlife artist Robert Bateman. Its depiction of the bald eagle elicits feelings of awe, even in this quiet moment, as the majestic bird sits on its moss-covered perch and defiantly faces into the wind.

One of Canada’s most recognized and honoured artists, Robert Bateman is an unflagging proponent of wildlife conservation and education. His photo-realistic art reflects his deep love of nature and his commitment to its preservation.

The artist has long been an advocate of wildlife education and learning initiatives that deepen one’s connection with nature, such as those carried out by the Bateman Foundation (batemanfoundation.org). Based in Victoria, B.C., the Foundation oversees the Bateman Gallery, home to the largest permanent collection of original works by Robert Bateman. The Batemans have also donated millions of dollars’ worth of artwork and limited-edition prints throughout the years to help fund conservation efforts across Canada.

The coin’s reverse is an engraved adaptation of Vantage Point – Bald Eagle, an original work of art by Canadian wildlife artist Robert Bateman. It features a side view of a bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) perched on the moss-covered roots of an uprooted tree. The coin’s luminous silver surface stands in for the original painting’s misty grey sky, where the text “CANADA 2023” appears, while the artist’s signature is engraved beneath a denomination of “30 DOLLARS”. The obverse features a nature-themed pattern and the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. The obverse also bears a special marking that includes four pearls symbolizing the four effigies that have graced Canadian coins and the double date of her reign.

Specifications:
Item Number: 206012
Mintage: 5,500
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Weight: 62.69 g
Diameter: 50 mm
Face Value: $30
Finish: Proof
Edge: Serrated
Artist: Robert Bateman (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Special Features:
• The 2023 Robert Bateman Exclusive! This fine silver coin represents the finest in Canadian wildlife and numismatic art! Its reverse features original artwork by internationally renowned wildlife artist and naturalist, Robert Bateman
• An eagle portrait! The coin’s reverse features a masterfully engraved adaptation of Robert Bateman’s Vantage Point – Bald Eagle. It is the latest in a growing list of famous Bateman originals that have been re-created on Canadian coins, including 2019’s Into the Light – Lion (mintage 700), 2020’s Summertime Polar Bear (mintage 75), 2021’s Wolf Sketch (mintage 800) and 2022’s Snowy Owl on Driftwood (mintage 4,500). Collect them all!
• The artist's signature! Like a limited-edition print, the coin's reverse includes the artist's engraved signature.
• A fine silver work of art! The coin has been beautifully crafted from 2 oz. of 99.99% pure silver. Its 50 mm diameter provides a larger sized canvas for the finely engraved details that capture the spirit of both the original painting and its subject.
• Limited edition! This 2 oz.-sized offering puts Robert Bateman’s art within reach of many collectors. But given the artist’s popularity, and the coin’s limited mintage of just 5,500 worldwide, this Robert Bateman exclusive is sure to be another sought-after piece!

Packaging:
The coin comes encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box.