Part of the Royal Canadian Mint's long-running zodiac series, this piece was struck to .9999 fine silver — a purity standard the RCM adopted aggressively in the 2010s to differentiate its collector issues from bullion competitors. The series has no particular historical grounding; it exists as a direct response to sustained Asian market demand for zodiac-themed precious metal coins, a commercial calculation the Mint has never been subtle about.
Part of the Royal Canadian Mint's long-running zodiac series, this piece was struck to .9999 fine silver — a purity standard the RCM adopted aggressively in the 2010s to differentiate its collector issues from bullion competitors. The series has no particular historical grounding; it exists as a direct response to sustained Asian market demand for zodiac-themed precious metal coins, a commercial calculation the Mint has never been subtle about.