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Reference image of 1 oz. Pure Silver Coin – Colourful Birds: Blue Jay
.9999 pure
1 oz
7,500 minted
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1 oz. Pure Silver Coin – Colourful Birds: Blue Jay

2021

A 2021.9999 silver $5 weighing 1.0 oz (31.1g), 38.0 mm diameter. Reverse: A vivid, coloured portrait of a Blue Jay perched amid foliage, showcasing the bird's brilliant blue, black, and white plumage in striking detail against a naturalistic background. Mintage: 7,500. Uncirculated finish.

Metal Silver (.9999 pure)
Weight 1 oz (31.10 g)
Mintage 7,500
Denomination $5
Diameter 38.0 mm
Edge Serrated
Finish Uncirculated
Series Colourful Birds of Canada
Obverse Susanna Blunt
Rarity Limited
Est. Value $110
Status Sold Out
Live Melt Value
$89.59 CAD
$64.78 USD
Spot Silver
$89.60/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint Price
$109.95
As issued
Premium
23%
Over melt
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Identification Tips
38mm diameter.
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Collector Research Notes

A vivid, coloured portrait of a Blue Jay perched amid foliage, showcasing the bird's brilliant blue, black, and white plumage in striking detail against a naturalistic background.

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