Product Overview
2015 Bald Eagle 1/2 oz Silver Coin - Canada .9999 Silver RCM
This coin depicts the amazing bald eagle—Haliaeetus leucocephalus—is Canada’s largest bird of prey and the only eagle exclusive to North America. An apex predator with no natural enemies, the bald eagle has long been a potent symbol of vision, power, and stoicism.
The adult boasts a wing span of more than 2 metres, a standing height of about 1 metre, and an average weight of up to 7 kilograms. Females are generally larger than males. The renowned raptor is noted for its distinctive dark-feathered body and white-feathered head, large golden eyes, bright yellow beak, and massive yellow claws armed with sharp, powerful talons.
Special Features
• Precisely machined radial lines to within microns creates a unique line width and pitch that gives this coin a characteristic look, and creates a light diffracting pattern specific to this coin.
• An attractive acquisition for both first-time precious metal buyers and long-term investors.
• Rendered in exquisite detail by Royal Canadian Mint engravers, this coin celebrates the Eagle.
• A unique collectible that celebrates Canada’s wilderness and its fauna.
• A remarkable addition to any Canadian- or nature-themed collection or any bullion buyer’s collection.
Metal: 999 Fine Silver
Finish: Bullion
Diameter: 32 mm
Edge: Serrated
Denomination: $2
Year of Issue: 2015
Mintage: Less than 1 Million
Weight: 1/2 Troy oz