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2005 Canada 50 Cents Great Spangled Fritillary Butterfly Hologram Sterling Silver Proof

2005 Canada 50 Cents Great Spangled Fritillary Butterfly Hologram Sterling Silver Proof

Regular price $45.00 CAD
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Coin details

Country
Canada
Year
2005
Denomination
50¢
Metal
Silver
Purity
Sterling .925
Silver content
0.28 oz
Finish
Proof
Mintage
Not confirmed
Condition
Coin in capsule in the Mint's black display card, which slides into the red Royal Canadian Mint box. Not graded. You receive the exact coin shown.

A butterfly that shimmers in rainbow colours. This 2005 50-cent proof from the Royal Canadian Mint's Butterfly Collection shows the Great Spangled Fritillary as a hologram that changes as you tilt the coin.

Struck in 92.5% sterling silver, 9.30 g and 27.13 mm across. It comes in its capsule in the Mint's black display card and red box.

Collector Specifications

  • Country: Canada
  • Year: 2005
  • Denomination: 50 cents
  • Composition: 92.5% sterling silver
  • Weight: 9.30 g (8.60 g pure silver)
  • Diameter: 27.13 mm
  • Finish: Proof with hologram
  • Edge: Not verified
  • Certificate: None seen in photos
  • Packaging: Folder or card (Good condition)
  • Condition: Proof coin in capsule, Mint display card and red box; not graded
  • Mintage: Not confirmed
  • Designer: Not confirmed

Historical Significance

The Great Spangled Fritillary (Speyeria cybele) is an orange butterfly with silver-spotted wings.

Why We Love This One

Small, sparkly and full of colour. A lovely gift for nature lovers.

Please note: this item is sold as is, including its packaging. The photos show the exact piece you will receive.

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