2013 $20 ARCTIC FOX - UNTAMED WILDERNESS FINE SILVER COIN

Always curious, always clever, the Arctic Fox in an avant-garde design.

This 20-Dollar coin is certified to be 99.99% fine silver with a diameter of 40 millimetres and a metal weight of 28.02 grams. The reverse image by Canadian artist Tivadar Bote features a unique stylized image, inspired by woodblock design, of an Arctic Fox set against symbolic elements of its Canadian habitat. The fox sits serenely in the foreground of the image, looking toward the left side of the field, its thick fur, fluffy tail, small ears, and dog-like facial features beautifully rendered in stylized detail. In the background, motifs of circles, droplets, and wavy rays rise from the image of a circular sunburst positioned directly behind the fox. The circles and droplets symbolize the snow and light that are fundamental elements in the world of the Arctic Fox. The wavy rays allude to the warmth and brilliance of the sun, even in the Arctic landscape. The circularity of these elements echoes the circular field of the coin and hints at the cyclical nature of the Arctic Fox's lifecycle. The outer frame is engraved with the species' Latin name, 'Vulpes lagopus,' the word 'CANADA,' the date '2013,' and the face value of '20 DOLLARS.' The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

Specifications:
Item Number: 123231
Face Value: 20 dollars
Composition: 99.99% fine silver
Weight (g): 28.02
Diameter (mm): 40
Edge: Serrated
Finish: Proof
Certificate: Serialized

Special Features:
-First issue in the Royal Canadian Mint's exciting new Untamed Canada series featuring a bold artistic direction. This coin showcases five different coin finishes each with a separate degree of luster, exceptional engraving techniques and woodblock-inspired art.
-A dramatic approach to coin design inspired by the untamed nature of the Arctic Fox rendered in 99.99% fine silver in a rare 40-millimetre diameter, to showcase the art and artistry.
-A beautiful gift and distinguished addition to any collection featuring pure silver coins, nature and wildlife, unique and bold artwork, artisan themes, or Canadiana.

Packaging:
Coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell case lined with black flock and protected by a black beauty box.