Thursday, October 7, 2010
Friday, March 5, 2010
1oz 1988-2010 $5 - UNCIRCULATED SILVER MAPLE LEAF COLLECTION - Canada
I love the Canadian Silver Maple Leaf coins for two main reasons: the purity of the coin is 99.99% silver which is the highest among other bullion issues which have a 99.90% standard and the highly-detailed depiction of a single maple leaf on every coin. The coin has been minted by the Royal Canadian Mint since 1988. Finally, I completed my collection of the Uncirculated Silver Maple Leaf coins today.
1oz 1988 $5 Silver Maple Leaf 9999
Mintage: 1,062,000
1oz 1989 $5 Silver Maple Leaf 9999
Mintage: 3,332,200
1oz 1990 $5 Silver Maple Leaf 9999
Mintage: 1,708,800
1oz 1991 $5 Silver Maple Leaf 9999
Mintage: 644,300
1oz 1992 $5 Silver Maple Leaf 9999
Mintage: 343,800
Thursday, February 25, 2010
1 oz 2010 Silver Coin - BE MY VALENTINE - USA
A Perfect bullion gift for Valentine's Day
. I gifted
this to Prashant on 14th Feb 2010.
. I gifted this to Prashant on 14th Feb 2010. Observe:
A cupid and a cute teddy bear
with four valentine hearts makes this coin a beautiful gift. The writing says BE MY VALENTINE.
with four valentine hearts makes this coin a beautiful gift. The writing says BE MY VALENTINE.Reverse:
The denomination 2010 is indicated, and the legend 1 OZ .999 guarantees the weight and purity.
1 oz 2009 10 Yuan Silver Coin - TWO PANDA CUBS EATING BAMBOO - China
Specifications:
Country | China |
Year of Issue | 2009 |
Mint | China Mint |
Face Value | 10 Yuan |
Weight | 31.1035 g |
Diameter | 39 mm |
Finish | Proof-like Brilliant Uncirculated |
Composition | .999 Fine (Pure) Silver |
Edge | Reeded (milled, serrated) |
Packaging | Encapsulated |
Obverse:
Two cute panda bear cubs happily eat their preferred food, bamboo, while sitting peacefully in a bamboo forest. This is the sixth issue in the silver panda series to feature more than a single panda bear! The denomination is indicated, and the legend 1 OZ AG .999 guarantees the weight and purity. The legend 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ISSUANCE OF THE CHINESE MODERN PRECIOUS METAL COMMEMORATIVE COINS marks the commemoration.
Two cute panda bear cubs happily eat their preferred food, bamboo, while sitting peacefully in a bamboo forest. This is the sixth issue in the silver panda series to feature more than a single panda bear! The denomination is indicated, and the legend 1 OZ AG .999 guarantees the weight and purity. The legend 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ISSUANCE OF THE CHINESE MODERN PRECIOUS METAL COMMEMORATIVE COINS marks the commemoration.
Reverse:
The Temple of Heaven appears within a circle. The date of issue also appears. The legend for the anniversary is indicated in Chinese along the lower rim.
Investment Notes:
This beautiful coin
is part of the highly collectible series of one ounce, pure silver pandas. The obverse design of this series, with the panda bear, changes each year, further enhancing its collectability. The reverse features the Temple of Heaven. Many years of the silver panda can be very difficult to locate, much less in pristine condition (and they always increase in value). This special edition one ounce silver Panda coin marks the 30th anniversary of Chinese precious metal commemorative coins.
is part of the highly collectible series of one ounce, pure silver pandas. The obverse design of this series, with the panda bear, changes each year, further enhancing its collectability. The reverse features the Temple of Heaven. Many years of the silver panda can be very difficult to locate, much less in pristine condition (and they always increase in value). This special edition one ounce silver Panda coin marks the 30th anniversary of Chinese precious metal commemorative coins.Pandas:
The giant panda is a large, black and white mammal currently classified in the bear family (Ursidae), indigenous to central-western and southwestern China. It is easily recognized by its large, distinctive black patches around the eyes, over the ears, and across its round body. The panda has a diet which is 99% bamboo. Pandas may eat other foods such as honey, eggs, fish, yams, shrub leaves, oranges and bananas when available. Though giant pandas are often assumed to be docile, they are in fact wild animals and have been known to attack humans, presumably out of irritation rather than predatory behavior.
The Temple of Heaven:
The Temple of Heaven (literally, the "Altar of Heaven") is a complex of Taoist buildings situated in southeastern Beijing (Peking), in the Xuanwu district.
1 oz 2010 10 Yuan Silver Coin - TWO PANDA BEARS PLAYING - China
Specifications:
Country | China |
Year of Issue | 2010 |
Mint | China Mint |
Face Value | 10 Yuan |
Weight | 31.1035 g |
Diameter | 39 mm |
Finish | Proof-like Brilliant Uncirculated |
Composition | .999 Fine (Pure) Silver |
Edge | Reeded (milled, serrated) |
Packaging | Encapsulated |
Obverse:
Two cute panda bears romp and frolic in the bamboo forest that is their home. This is the seventh issue in the silver panda series to feature more than a single panda bear! The denomination is indicated, and the legend 1 OZ AG .999 guarantees the weight and purity.
Two cute panda bears romp and frolic in the bamboo forest that is their home. This is the seventh issue in the silver panda series to feature more than a single panda bear! The denomination is indicated, and the legend 1 OZ AG .999 guarantees the weight and purity.
Reverse:
The Temple of Heaven appears within a circle. The date of issue also appears.
Investment Notes:
This beautiful coin is part of the highly collectible series of one ounce, pure silver pandas. The obverse design of this series, with the panda bear, changes each year, further enhancing its collectability. The reverse features the Temple of Heaven. Many years of the silver panda can be very difficult to locate, much less in pristine condition (and they always increase in value).
is part of the highly collectible series of one ounce, pure silver pandas. The obverse design of this series, with the panda bear, changes each year, further enhancing its collectability. The reverse features the Temple of Heaven. Many years of the silver panda can be very difficult to locate, much less in pristine condition (and they always increase in value).Pandas:
The giant panda is a large, black and white mammal currently classified in the bear family (Ursidae), indigenous to central-western and southwestern China. It is easily recognized by its large, distinctive black patches around the eyes, over the ears, and across its round body. The panda has a diet which is 99% bamboo. Pandas may eat other foods such as honey, eggs, fish, yams, shrub leaves, oranges and bananas when available. Though giant pandas are often assumed to be docile, they are in fact wild animals and have been known to attack humans, presumably out of irritation rather than predatory behavior.
The Temple of Heaven:
The Temple of Heaven (literally, the "Altar of Heaven") is a complex of Taoist buildings situated in southeastern Beijing (Peking), in the Xuanwu district.
1 oz 2010 $1 Silver Coin - KOOKABURRA on Tree Branch - Australia
Specifications:
Country | Australia |
Mint | Perth Mint of Australia |
Year of Issue | 2010 |
Face Value | One Dollar |
Weight | 31.135 g |
Diameter | 40.60 mm |
Gauge (Thickness) | 4.00 mm |
Mintage Limit | 300,000 |
Finish | Reverse Proof |
Composition | 999 Fine (Pure) Silver |
Edge | Reeded (milled, serrated) |
Artist | Ian Rank-Broadley (reverse) |
Packaging | Encapsulated |
Obverse:
A laughing kookaburra perches on high on a tree branch. The legend 1 OZ 999 SILVER guarantees the weight and purity. The Perth Mint "P" mint mark is judiciously placed to the right of the tree branch, at the 4:00 position on the edge. The legend THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA
and the date are also indicated.
A laughing kookaburra perches on high on a tree branch. The legend 1 OZ 999 SILVER guarantees the weight and purity. The Perth Mint "P" mint mark is judiciously placed to the right of the tree branch, at the 4:00 position on the edge. The legend THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA
and the date are also indicated.Reverse:
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II of England, in crowned profile facing right. This portrait, featuring Her Majesty wearing a tiara and pearl earrings, was executed by the sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. The legend ELIZABETH II and denomination also appear.
Investment Notes:
The kookaburra is one of the iconic symbols of Australia, made all the more desirable by the Perth Mint's execution of this handsome bird in pure silver, artistically rendered in a unique, reverse proof finish! This year the kooka sits high a tree branch, surveying its domain. This beautiful coin is part of the highly collectible series of one ounce Pure Silver Kookaburras. The obverse design of this series, with the kookaburra, changes each year, further enhancing its collectability. The reverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II of the British Commonwealth, of which Australia is a member. The Pure Silver Kookaburra has a face value of one dollar and can be difficult to locate.
Kookaburra:
The kookaburra is probably the best known bird of Australia. There are actually four species of kookaburra found in Australia and New Guinea. All are members of the Kingfisher family. Far and away the most familiar is the Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae). Kookaburras are famous for their unmistakable call, which sounds uncannily like loud, echoing human laughter - good-natured, if rather hysterical, merriment in the case of the Laughing Kookaburra; and maniacal cackling in the case of the slightly smaller Blue-Winged Kookaburra (D. leachii). The word "kookaburra" is borrowed from an aboriginal word of the Wiradjura language, "guuguubarra", which is onomatopoeic of (replicates) the avian's call. Kookaburras are carnivorous. They eat lizards, snakes, insects, mice and raw meat. The more socialized birds will accept handouts from humans and will take raw or cooked meat from open-air barbecues left unattended. Kookas are territorial, and often live with the partly grown chicks of the previous season. The notoriety of the kookaburra's laugh, as well as its nervy antics, has been spread worldwide by the popular children's song "Kookaburra" by Marion Sinclair.
Kookaburra:
The kookaburra is probably the best known bird of Australia. There are actually four species of kookaburra found in Australia and New Guinea. All are members of the Kingfisher family. Far and away the most familiar is the Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae). Kookaburras are famous for their unmistakable call, which sounds uncannily like loud, echoing human laughter - good-natured, if rather hysterical, merriment in the case of the Laughing Kookaburra; and maniacal cackling in the case of the slightly smaller Blue-Winged Kookaburra (D. leachii). The word "kookaburra" is borrowed from an aboriginal word of the Wiradjura language, "guuguubarra", which is onomatopoeic of (replicates) the avian's call. Kookaburras are carnivorous. They eat lizards, snakes, insects, mice and raw meat. The more socialized birds will accept handouts from humans and will take raw or cooked meat from open-air barbecues left unattended. Kookas are territorial, and often live with the partly grown chicks of the previous season. The notoriety of the kookaburra's laugh, as well as its nervy antics, has been spread worldwide by the popular children's song "Kookaburra" by Marion Sinclair.
1 oz 2010 $15 Silver Coin - YEAR OF THE TIGER - Canada
- 2010 is the Year of the Tiger and I was thrilled when I saw this coin. The box is very beautiful and the coin is beautifully presented in a silver case which is placed in a red outer cover. I wanted to add a silver & a gold tiger coin for 2010 and this was a perfect silver coin released for this year. In 1998, the Lunar Cameo Coin Series was launched to great acclaim and the enduring popularity of its theme has inspired the introduction of a new series celebrating zodiacs from the Chinese Lunar calendar. 2010 is the Year of the Tiger, the zodiac that embodies all the character of this powerful and breathtaking animal. This dynamic individual is determined to live life to the fullest and will win fans all around as it pursues its dreams with absolute abandon. Life with the rebellious Tiger is never predictable—this colourful character keeps everyone on their toes.
Year of the Tiger: 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010.
- MintageLimited to 9999 coins worldwide
- Composition99.99% pure silver
- Finishproof
- Weight (g)31.39
- Diameter (mm)38
- Edgeserrated
- Certificateserialized
- Face value$15
- ArtistAries Chung (reverse) , Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Saturday, January 9, 2010
1 oz 2009 $20 Silver Coin - SUMMER MOON MASK - Canada
Specification:
Country - Canada
Year of Issue - 2009
Face Value - 20 Dollars
Weight - 31.39 g
Diameter - 38.00 mm
Mintage Limit - 10,000
Finish - Proof
Composition - .9999 Fine (Pure) Silver
Edge - Reeded (milled, serrated)
Artist - Jody Broomfield
Certificate - Individually Numbered (My coin is 00532/10000)
Obverse:
A precise reproduction of artist Jody Broomfield's Moon Mask, an unique work of art, painstakingly rendered in exquisite detail through traditional engraving techniques. The date and denomination are also indicated.
Reverse:
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II of England, in profile facing right. This portrait, the fourth effigy of the queen to appear on Canadian Coinage, was executed by the artist Susanna Blunt. The legend ELIZABETH II D. G. REGINA ("Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God") also appears.
About the Artist:
Jody Broomfield is a well known Northwest Coast Native American artist. As a proud member of the Squamish Nation, Jody combines his art form with his culture and traditions. He brings the beauty and spirit of his Coast Salish heritage into every piece he creates. Influenced by the pristine nature of British Columbia's forests and coastline, Broomfield's carvings are made with the finest local materials including wood and metals. Each piece Jody creates is unique, and each is sacred. The images above show the artist at work, as well as with one of his one-of-a-kind creations, many of which are held in private collections. Now you can enjoy the work of this fine artist, minted in pure silver on this stunning coin.
Investment Note:
The Summer Moon Mask $20 Pure Silver Proof 
has a mintage limit of only 10,000, which is the lowest mintage ever for a Canadian $20 silver proof. This is also the same mintage limit as the 2002 Queen Mother Silver Dollar, which now trades for over $400 in the aftermarket. We believe that this will be a very scarce issue once it is sold out at the mint. The Summer Moon Mask $20 Silver Proof is the first silver coin in this series of Native American works of art. The first issue, the gold Four Seasons Moon Mask, was a a runaway hit and sold out so quickly at the mint that a silver coin was introduced for this second design, to make this eminently popular theme accessible to all collectors!
has a mintage limit of only 10,000, which is the lowest mintage ever for a Canadian $20 silver proof. This is also the same mintage limit as the 2002 Queen Mother Silver Dollar, which now trades for over $400 in the aftermarket. We believe that this will be a very scarce issue once it is sold out at the mint. The Summer Moon Mask $20 Silver Proof is the first silver coin in this series of Native American works of art. The first issue, the gold Four Seasons Moon Mask, was a a runaway hit and sold out so quickly at the mint that a silver coin was introduced for this second design, to make this eminently popular theme accessible to all collectors!Technology Note:
The Royal Canadian Mint refines the purest silver in the world. The RCM is also the only mint in the world to issue commemorative coins in.9999 fineness. This one ounce silver coin is 99.99% pure!
Description of the coin:
Based on a hand carved, red cedar mask originally created by Canadian artist Jody Broomfield of the Squamish Nation, Coast Salish people, this beautiful silver proof preserves the visual effects of the cedar bark rope and tufted fringe that run around the mask's edge, while the traditional engraving highlights the depth and textures of the original mask. The eminent symbol of life-rhythms throughout the world, the moon represents the grandfather of the Salish people of British Columbia. A supreme protector and guardian of Earth by night, the moon brightens the darkness so they can hunt and fish in the twilight. It rules the tides, enabling fish to swim upstream and into their fishing nets. The moon's unfailing cycle symbolizes life, death and renewal - the power to create new life. The Squamish people express the history and wisdom of their sacred symbols through their culture and oral traditions. In this world view, ceremonial masks and dances are far more than mere theater, performance or art. They preserve the very essence of the people's beliefs and ideals, passing this knowledge from generation to generation. Today, many masks are carved strictly for their aesthetic value. They are a powerful art form in their own right - one that provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural heritage of a proud Native American Indian tribe.
Packaging:
The coin is encapsulated inside burgundy leatherette, clamshell-style presentation case, lined with black velvet and protected by a black outer box. An individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
1 oz 2008 $200 .99999 (5 9's) GOLD MAPLE LEAF - Canada
Specifications:
Composition - .99999 Gold
Diameter - 30 mm
Weight - 31.15g
Finish - Bullion
Edge - Interrupted serrations
The Royal Canadian Mint (RCM)
has released a uniquely designed 2008 edition of the .99999 (that's five 9s!) pure one-ounce gold Maple Leaf. This gold coin represents a new standard in investment products and is the only .99999 pure gold bullion coin currently produced by a government mint. 2008 Gold Maple Leaf coins are especially difficult to locate.
has released a uniquely designed 2008 edition of the .99999 (that's five 9s!) pure one-ounce gold Maple Leaf. This gold coin represents a new standard in investment products and is the only .99999 pure gold bullion coin currently produced by a government mint. 2008 Gold Maple Leaf coins are especially difficult to locate. I was amazed when I saw this coin for sale and decided that I have to own it. The 5 9's Gold Maple Leaf is a three year program started in 2007. Each year the design will be changed with a very low mintage of these coins. The 2008 design is amazing and the best gold coin I have ever seen in my life. I called a lot of Gold bullion sellers in Dallas to find out the price of this coin but I was very disappointed to know that they were not even aware about the existence of such coin. What a shame!!! Finally I found a seller online and ordered the coin as a New Year Gift to myself.
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