2012 Silver Cougar Coins

 

These magnificent new silver bullion coins are an extension of the Royal Canadian Mint Silver Maple Leaf Program. This is the third coin in a 6-coin series being released over the next 2 years; Each new coin will have a wildlife theme. The Cougar design design is by Senior Mint Engraver William Woodruff. The maximum mintage is 1 million coins making them 30 more rare than an American silver eagle. They are more pure than an eagle at .9999 fine silver and have a legal tender face value 5 times than an silver eagle. These coins are in high demand with bullion buyers and collectors worldwide.