2016 Canadian $20 Migratory Birds Convention 100 Years of Protection: The Mountain Bluebird 1 oz Fine Silver Coloured Coin

2016 Canadian $20 Migratory Birds Convention 100 Years of Protection: The Mountain Bluebird 1 oz Fine Silver Coloured Coin

While one country's list of protected species may differ from the other, most of Canada's bird species are protected under the provisions of the treaty and the MBCA. The beautiful mountain bluebird (Sialia currucoides) featured on your coin enjoys a migratory range that stretches from Canada to Mexico; as such, it is protected both in Canada and the United States under the terms of the treaty, and by federal law.

Sure to brighten up a nature enthusiast or bird lover's collection! 

Features

FIRST COIN IN A NEW SERIES that commemorates the centennial of the Migratory Birds Convention, featuring a showcase of some of the colourful bird species protected under its provisions.
SELECTIVE COLOUR OVER DETAILED ENGRAVING brings the mountain bluebird to life in gorgeous detail while showcasing its famous blue-coloured plumage.
A visual celebration of a key conservation milestone and the enduring partnership between Canada and the United States that has resulted in crucial conservation measures in both countries.
99.99% PURE SILVER! This coin is crafted in 99.99% pure silver with mintage set to 6,500 coins worldwide.
GRAPHIC BEAUTY BOX! Packaged in a charming graphic beauty box, your coin adds a splash of nature's bright colours to your collection.
Your coin is GST/HST exempt.

Design

Designed by Canadian artist Claudio D'Angelo, your coin features a stunning side profile of a mountain bluebird in flight over an open meadow, where a nest box sits on a fencepost alongside a rocky stream. Finely detailed engraving gives this portrait a beautiful, life-like quality by recreating the songbird's fine features, from its pointed black bill to the feathers of its tail and outstretched wings. Selective colour recreates the mountain bluebird's most defining feature—its dazzling sky-blue plumage—and adds a vibrant, gem-like splash of colour against the engraved rolling foothills of the Rocky Mountains in the background.

Packaging

2016 Canadian $20 Migratory Birds Convention 100 Years of Protection: The Mountain Bluebird 1 oz Fine Silver Coloured Coin comes encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell with custom graphic beauty box and Certificate of Authenticity.

Specifications

Face Value: $20
Mintage: 6,500
Composition: 99.99% Silver
Weight (g): 31.39
Diameter (mm): 38
Finish: Proof