A new series form the royal canadian mint. I am pretty hyped about that one and consider biting the bullet and pay the premium...
Specifications
Mintage 2,500
Composition 99.99% pure silver
Finish proof
Weight (g) 31.3
Diameter (mm) 36
Edge serrated
Certificate serialized
Face value 25 dollars
Artist Claude Thivierge (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
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Collecting coins seems to be an expensive hobby as some of the premiums can be quite a high and there is no guarantee the coin will keep it. On the other hand you can make an educated bet and win and have a coin which is worth more in a couple of years....probably one reason I enjoy it.
