The Royal Canadian Mint is making a splash with a new series of fine silver coins adding a precious touch to the celebration of the 75th anniversary of Ducks Unlimited Canada.
To kick off its celebration of the 75th anniversary of Ducks Unlimited Canada, the Mint has launched a $10 face value, 99.99% pure silver coin in vivid, colourful detail, by celebrated wildlife artist Trevor Tennant, of male and female Mallards in their wetland habitat. The artist has also captured this iconic pair on a tranquil lake on a coloured 25-cent cupro-nickel coin. The male or "Drake" is instantly recognized by his bright green head and bright yellow bill, while the female's brownish plumage is richly enhanced by a brilliant band of indigo on the upper back edge of her wings. Colourful coins celebrating the Pintail and Wood ducks will follow the Mallard in 2013, and also be offered as part of a subscription of three fine silver coins. Included with this unique subscription will be a "Buck Brush Double" duck call, laser-engraved with the Royal Canadian Mint logo.
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