Canada: 2013 $10 Orca O Canada Series 1/2 oz Pure Silver Coin

Canada: $10 Orca Coin 2013

Composition: 99% silver

Mintage: 40000

Finish: Matte Proof

Weight(grams): 15.87

Design: The coin showcases a side view of a powerful orca. The massive sea mammal is entirely outside of the water with the exception of its tail. It's tall dorsal fin and muscular body convey the sense of it's exceptional size and strength. The expertly engraved image reveals the orca's distinctive markings to stunning effect, from the light eye patch above its left eye to the distinctive underbody and saddle markings of the species. Water washes away from the orca's body in torrents as it lifts itself from its fluid domain. In the background we see the Northwest Pacific coast with its rocky shoreline and tall, majestic evergreens. The reverse image is framed with a border engraved with the word "CANADA," the date "2013," the face value of "10 DOLLARS," and a stylized orca tail fin. The coin was designed by Canadian artist Pierre Leduc.

Packaging: Coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint branded maroon case lined with flock. It is protected by a custom box.