2013 Proof Fine Silver $15 Coin, Year of the Snake

This 2013 Proof $15 fine silver coin features a coiled graceful snake.

The Chinese lunar zodiac coin series has been one of the most popular series ever issued by the Royal Canadian Mint, with several coins in the first series appreciating significantly in the secondary market. This proof coin is double struck with a frosted cameo finish, the highest quality produced by the Royal Canadian Mint. This is a substantial coin, weighing just over one ounce of pure .9999 fine silver. The matching Asian themed presentation case beautifully presents the snake coin, adding to the collector experience or making this a great gift item.  Mintage is limited to 28,888 pieces worldwide. Since this item is struck in pure silver, it is exempt from GST/HST.
    
The snake design on this coin captures true essence of the Snake's personality, which is graceful and soft-spoken. (Scalloped shape)

Theme:  
People born in 2013, 2001, 1989,1977, 1965, 1953, 1941, 1929, and 1917 are all Year of the Snake.  The mysterious Snake is a strategic planner that has everyone guessing its next move. It will keep plotting until it gets what it wants. And when it does, it is not likely to let go. The Snake is a strong individual and is usually destined for great success.

• Mintage: 28,888
• This is a pure silver item which is GST/HST exempt
• Composition: 99.99% silver
• Finish: proof
• Weight: 31.39 g
• Diameter: 38 mm
• Edge: serrated
• Certificate: serialized
• Face value: 15 dollars
• Artist: Aries Cheung (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Includes:
• 2013 Proof Fine Silver $15 Coin, Year of the Snake