2022 $175 Birds in Shadow Box RCM R&D Lab Fine Silver Coin
Since 2019, the Royal Canadian Mint has occasionally made available to collectors small quantities of prototype coins being created within its research and development lab. All past releases have sold out immediately and have appreciated in value in the secondary market.
The "Birds in the Backyard" design by Neil Hamelin has been separated into four distinct layers of art. The bottom layer features the engraved leaves and branches of a catalpa tree. The two middle layers feature three birds on the upper layer and a nest box and branches on the lower one. These elements are superimposed to create a floating image effect. The top layer consists of a blue jay and leaves that frame the view of this multi-dimensional scene.
The obverse features a laser-frosted maple-leaf background pattern and the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.
• Mintage: 252
• Diameter: 102 mm
• Weight: about 23 troy oz
• GST/HST exempt
Includes:
• 2022 $175 RCM R&D Lab Fine Silver Coin
Warranty Information:
This product comes with a 30-day warranty through TSC.