0.75 oz Silver Great Horned Owl Premium Coin .9999 Fine

The Silver Canadian Great Horned Owl is a 0.75 troy oz coin struck in .9999 fine silver by the Royal Canadian Mint, featuring a striking reverse depiction of a great horned owl gazing toward the horizon. As the fifth release in the Royal Canadian Mint's Animal Portrait series, it carries the obverse effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt and is backed by the full assurance of the Royal Canadian Mint. Collectors and silver stackers alike seek this coin for its exceptional purity, distinctive 38 mm format, and its place within a highly regarded Canadian numismatic series.

Specifications

• Mint MarkRCM (Not Shown)
• Purity.9999
• ManufacturerRoyal Canadian Mint
• Thickness3.29 mm
• Diameter38 mm
• SeriesAnimal Portrait
• Packaging TypeProtective plastic
• Metal Weight0.75 troy oz
• DesignObverse: effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt; Reverse: great horned owl gazing to the horizon

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is the Silver Canadian Great Horned Owl coin?

It is a 0.75 troy oz silver coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint. The reverse shows a great horned owl gazing to the horizon, while the obverse bears the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II as sculpted by Susanna Blunt. It is the fifth coin issued in the Royal Canadian Mint's Animal Portrait series.

What is the silver purity and weight of this coin?

The coin contains 0.75 troy oz (three-quarters of a troy ounce) of .9999 fine silver. Its diameter is 38 mm and its thickness is 3.29 mm.

How do I know this coin is authentic?

This coin is issued and assured by the Royal Canadian Mint, one of the world's most respected sovereign mints. Each coin carries the RCM mint mark as part of its official authentication, confirming its stated weight and purity.

How does the coin arrive and what packaging is included?

The coin ships in protective plastic packaging as supplied by the Royal Canadian Mint, designed to preserve the coin's surface and condition during storage and transit.

Is this coin eligible to be held in a precious metals IRA?

IRS regulations require silver coins held in a self-directed precious metals IRA to meet a minimum fineness of .999. At .9999 fine silver, this coin meets that purity threshold. However, IRA custodians may have additional requirements, so confirming eligibility directly with your chosen custodian before purchasing for that purpose is recommended.

What series does this coin belong to, and which release is it?

This coin is part of the Royal Canadian Mint's Animal Portrait series, a collection celebrating Canadian wildlife through highly detailed silver coin portraits. The Great Horned Owl is the fifth release in that series.