2015 Canadian 50-Cent Lobster - 1/25 oz Pure Gold Coin

2015 Canadian 50-Cent Lobster - 1/25 oz Pure Gold Coin

The pride of Atlantic Canada, the lobster (Homarus americanus) has become a cultural icon not only for its appeal to seafood lovers, but also as an important part of the area’s rich marine heritage. This nocturnal crustacean can be found crawling along the seabed of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Northwest Atlantic Ocean, where warmer summer temperatures draw it into shallower waters. There in this murky habitat, the lobster’s vision is able to detect movement but little else; instead, it relies on remarkably heightened senses of taste, touch and smell to interact with its environment in ways that scientists are still uncovering today.

If you’ve ever wanted to experience the prestige of owning a pure gold coin, this unique treasure is it! Order yours today!

Features

Superior craftsmanship recreates the lobster’s unique characteristics in great detail on a remarkably small canvas.
A beautiful frosted finish brings added dimension and depth to the striking design
A timeless keepsake that celebrates an iconic sea creature that is the pride of Atlantic Canada and a staple of Canada’s fishing industry.
Your coin is GST/HST exempt.

Design

Designed by Canadian artist Emily Damstra, your coin features a striking three-quarter profile of a Canadian Atlantic lobster. Finely-detailed engraving recreates the lobster’s characteristic features, from the bumpy “teeth” on the claws to the sensory bristles along the edges of its articulated tail. The long pair of antennae, which are sensitive to the touch and chemicals, rise up past the image field while the shorter antennules are pointed forward to help the lobster react to its surroundings. The lobster’s famous claws are prominently displayed; both its large, big-toothed crusher claw and the fine-edged ripper claw are opened slightly, ready to grip any prey encountered as our lobster walks along the seabed on its eight walking legs.

Packaging

Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell with a black beauty box.

Specifications

Face Value: 50 cents
Mintage: 7,500
Composition: 99.99% Gold
Weight (g): 1.27
Diameter (mm): 13.92
Finish: Proof