Canada 2017 Bugling Elk Call of the Wild $200.99999 Pure Gold Proof SERIAL # 11

  

This listing is for the coin with serial number 11. The majestic Bugling Elk is the fourth in the Call of the Wild gold wildlife program!

This one troy ounce pure gold proof is struck in the world's purest (99.999%) gold and represents the perfect storm of precious metal investments! The bugle of a male elk or wapiti. Is an unforgettable call of the wild. That, once heard, leaves little doubt of its strength and authority in the North American wilderness.

This magnificent creature is highly vocal at all times, but all the more so during the fall rutting season, when the bull's bellowing cry reverberates across the landscape - as well as on the reverse of this exquisite 99.999% pure gold coin! Tremendous investment potential here, as well as the meticulous, traditional engraving for which the Royal Canadian Mint is known world-wide!

Here's a one troy ounce. With a tiny, tiny mintage limit, struck in one full troy ounce of. (the purest on the planet) by the RCM that's available singly! A true investment piece for the discriminating.

Lover, savvy investor and/or numismatic aficionado! The mintage limit on this incredible gold proof is only 400, far too few to satisfy demand for this popular big mammal! Don't get left out in the cold-get yours today! Wildlife themes are always popular, especially huge mammals!

This original work of art depicts a roaring bull elk. Even better, this one troy ounce gold proof coin from the Royal Canadian Mint has been struck in.

99999 fine that's 5 9s! -the purest gold on the planet! A Highly Detailed, Original Work of Art. The design by Canadian wildlife.

Artist Pierre Leduc presents the right side-profile of a majestic elk. Precision engraving captures the beauty and strength of this majestic North American denizen through the finest details, including the texture of its furry mane. Its formidable antlers are prominently displayed as the mature bull wapiti. Lifts its heavy head towards the sky to release its high-pitched roar, which is represented by the rounded sound waves that fill the proof background. The Elk, A Hunter's Dream.

The elk or wapiti deer. Is one of the largest species of deer in the world and one of the largest land mammals in North America. Rival the elk in size. Elk range in forest and forest-edge habitat, feeding on grasses, plants, leaves, and bark.

Although native to North America, they have adapted well to countries where they have been introduced, including Argentina, Australia, and New Zealand. Their great adaptability may threaten endemic species and ecosystems into which they have been introduced. Male elk have large antlers which are shed each year. Males also engage in ritualized mating behaviors during the rut, including posturing, antler wrestling (sparring), and bugling, a loud series of vocalizations which establishes dominance over other males and attracts females. In early summer, elk cows give birth to a single spotted calf that weighs about 35 pounds (16 kg).

On a diet of their mother's rich milk, calves often double their weight during their first two weeks of life. Throughout this period, calves typically hide in dense vegetation while their mothers forage close by. The calves' white spots are camouflage, meant to help them blend in with forest plants. During the later summer months, cows and calves come together in herds of up to 400. These are organized in a strictly-respected social hierarchy under the watchful eye of a matriarch.

Once fully mature, these formerly tiny elk calves are awesomely large: bulls weigh an average of 700 pounds (315 kg) and cows average about 500 pounds (225 kg). Bulls appear particularly tall because of their imposing antlers and dark shaggy mane. Cultures revere the elk as a spiritual force. Elk are hunted as a game species, and are one of the most desired big game trophy animals in North America. As a source of game, their meat is leaner and higher in protein than beef, pork or chicken.

The marvelous refining technology of the Royal Canadian Mint has brought us this one troy ounce pure gold coin, in a purity (99.999%) that puts other large gold coins to shame! In addition, several different types of proof finish are used to enhance the beauty of the design. This is the purest gold coin ever minted! The traditional-style engraving has produced a magnificent work of beauty. The legend FINE GOLD 99999 1 OZ OR PUR guarantees the weight and purity. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. This portrait, the fourth effigy of the queen to appear on Canadian coinage, was executed by the artist Susanna Blunt. The legend ELIZABETH II also appears. The date and denomination are also indicated.

The coin is encapsulated inside a burgundy leatherette, clamshell-style presentation case, lined with black velvet and protected by a black outer box. An individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included.