The most famous dinosaur of all, the fearsome. Imagine the thrill of unearthing the teeth of a prehistoric creature – a monstrous, dragon-like beast, the likes of which the world had never before seen! This was the scene near Golden, Colorado in 1874, when the first tyrannosaur teeth, nearly a foot long, were discovered by a prospector named A. Would turn out to possess the largest teeth of all the carnivorous dinosaurs. These teeth are one of the reasons that the famous species. Means “tyrant lizard” and. Means “king” in Latin has become a fixture in popular culture around the world. It lived throughout what is now western North America, with a much wider range than other tyrannosaurids. Rex are found in a variety of rock formations dating to the last three million years of the Cretaceous Period, approximately 68 to 65 million years ago. It was among the last non-avian dinosaurs to exist prior to the Cretaceous-Tertiary mass extinction event, and as such can be viewed as the culmination of carnivorous dinosaur evolution. Tyrannosaurus rex was not a small beast. The mighty tyrant lizard could measure over 42 feet (13 meters) from head to tail, and might have weighed well over 7 tons. It had a gaping three foot (one meter) bite with the aforementioned huge teeth that could rip off hundreds of pounds of flesh at a time. These horrific meat-eaters lived in the Late Cretaceous Period, at the very end of the age of dinosaurs, from about 68 million to 65 million years ago. Like all other dinosaurs, they went extinct about 65.5 million years ago in the great Cretaceous-Tertiary (or K-T) extinction event, in which an asteroid up to several miles in diameter collided with Earth near the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, releasing as much energy as the detonation of several million atomic bombs and creating a nuclear winter scenario. The series is anticipated to continue for four years as follows: 2007 – Duck-Billed Parasaurolophus. 2009 – Tyrannosaurus Rex. First to feature the Royal Canadian Mint’s new oxidized fossil technology (more on this below). Both these firsts, and the incredibly popular theme (dinosaurs), are all important considerations. Consider too that the dinosaur fossils series is minted in the purest silver. 9999 fine used anywhere for numismatic purposes. Also important is the mintage limit, which is low for any Canadian pure silver proof, much less one featuring a brand-new applied technology. Perhaps most importantly, these are all very affordable silver proofs, making them a great value. The dinosaur coins seem destined to sell out quickly, so get yours today – these will truly remain among your favorites for years to come! Oxidized Fossil Technology Note. The RCM leads the world with its proprietary technologies, in which the finish is actually sealed on the coin. The unique patination gives the fossil skeleton an aged appearance. Variations in tone and color are a direct and intentional result of this process, so no two coins will look exactly alike! The Royal Canadian Mint refines the purest silver in the world. The RCM is also the only mint in the world to issue commemorative coins in a. This one ounce silver proof is 99.99% pure! A depiction of a Tyrannosaurus rex fossilized skeleton, posed lunging forward to bite its prey, accentuates the immense jaws of this formidable carnivore. This design has been approved by the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology, and is highlighted in an unique patina by the Royal Canadian Mint’s proprietary oxidized fossil technology. The date of issue and denomination are both indicated. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II of England, in profile facing right. This portrait, the fourth effigy of the queen to appear on Canadian Coinage, was executed by the artist Susanna Blunt. The legend ELIZABETH II D. REGINA (“Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God”) also appears. The coin is encapsulated inside a burgundy leatherette, clamshell-style presentation case, lined with black velvet and protected by a black outer sleeve. An individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included. Proof with Oxidized Finish. 9999 Fine (Pure) Silver. Talisman World Coins and Medals has been in business for more than 20 years and is one of the largest world coin direct distributors and wholesalers in the world. The item “Canada 2009 Dinosaur Fossil Tyrannosaurus Rex $4 Pure Silver Proof T. Rex” is in sale since Friday, September 14, 2012. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ Canada\Commemorative”. The seller is “talismancoins” and is located in Saint Louis, Missouri. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
- Country of Manufacture: Canada
