Canada 2012 War of 1812 Silver Dollar 99.99% Pure Silver 8 Coin Proof Set + Gold

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SKU# OK11659432689EB
2012 War of 1812 Silver Dollar Proof Set -
All 7 Coins 99.99% Pure Silver, with Gold Gilding - Includes Unique Silver Penny with Pink Gold Gilding
The last proof set to include the now discontinued Canadian penny!
All coins offered in this listing are
unsearched!
(see ‘Additional Information’ below)
All of our Canadian coins are stored in a climate controlled, smoke-free vault.  All of our Canadian coins are acquired directly from the Royal Canadian Mint - We do not sell 'second-hand' coins from unreliable and potentially fraudulent/counterfeit sources.
Specifications (each coin):
Proof Dollar ("
loonies
")
Composition: 99.99 % pure silver with selective gold plating
Finish: proof
Weight (g): 23.17
Diameter (mm): 36.07
Edge: serrated
Artist: Ardell Bourgeois (reverse), Suzanna Blunt (obverse)
Proof 2 dollars
Composition: 99.99% pure silver with gold-plated inner core
Finish: proof
Weight (g): 8.83
Diameter (mm): 28
Edge: interrupted serrations
Artist: Brent Townsend (reverse), Suzanna Blunt (obverse)
War of 1812 Commemorative Silver Dollar Proof
Composition: 99.99% pure silver gold plated
Finish: proof
Weight (g): 7
Diameter (mm): 26.5
Edge: plain
Artist: Ralph-Robert Carmichael (reverse), Suzanna Blunt (obverse)
Proof 50 cents
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Finish: proof
Weight (g): 9.25
Diameter (mm): 27.13
Edge: serrated
Artist: Canada's Coat of Arms (reverse), Suzanna Blunt (obverse)
Proof 25 cents
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Finish: proof
Weight (g): 6
Diameter (mm): 23.88
Edge: serrated
Artist: Emanuel Hahn (reverse), Suzanna Blunt (obverse)
Proof 10 cents
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Finish: proof
Weight (g): 2.45
Diameter (mm): 18.05
Edge: serrated
Artist: Emanuel Hahn (reverse), Suzanna Blunt (obverse)
Proof 5 cents
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Finish: proof
Weight (g): 5.4
Diameter (mm): 21.2
Edge: plain
Artist: G.E. Kruger-Gray (reverse), Suzanna Blunt (obverse)
Proof 1 cent
Composition: 99.99% pure silver with selective pink gold plating
Finish: proof
Weight (g): 2.5
Diameter (mm): 19.1
Edge: plain
Artist: G.E. Kruger-Gray (reverse), Suzanna Blunt (obverse)
This Is a History-making Silver Proof Set!
AN HISTORIC FIRST! ALL COINS struck in 99.99% pure silver.
Description
For the first time a premium Proof Set features:
NEW! A 99.99% Silver Dollar
Proof coin
with stunning selective 24 karat gold plating
NEW! Encircling the design of the Proof Dollar are 200 finely struck beads, symbolizing 2012 as the 200th Anniversary of the War of 1812
NEW! A 99.99% silver “
loonie”
with stunning selective 24 karat gold plating
This set also marks the first time that the Canadian penny has been struck in Fine Silver with selective pink-gold plating - making it a highly coveted item to add to any fine silver collection.  These silver penny coins with selective pink gold plating were also sold individually in 2012, and sold out at the Mint almost as
soon
as they went on sale.  They since have commanded a healthy premium in the secondary market.
The lowest mintage proof set from the Royal Canadian Mint since 1971.
NEW! A 99.99% Silver
“toonie”
with stunning selective 24 karat gold plating
All coins in this fine silver Premium Proof Set exhibit the highest quality finish (Proof) produced by the Royal Canadian Mint:
Hand Polished! The field (flat background) has a highly hand polished mirror-like finish
Four finishes! The relief (raised foreground) incorporates the use of four different finishes to beautifully accentuate the design
The dies used to strike the coins were polished with a mixture containing diamond powder to ensure that the exquisite details were maintained on the coins during striking
To maintain the highest quality in this set, only 1,000 - 3,000 coins were struck per die
Individually Pressed! Each of these coins was individually and delicately hand fed into and out of the coining press
Hi-Def! All coins will have been double struck at lower striking speeds, to give high definition and contrast between the fields (flat areas) and the relief (legends & devices)
About the Design:
Collectors & investors will enjoy the intricate detailing on the Proof Dollar depicting a British sergeant, a "
Voltigeur Canadien",
and an Iroquois warrior wearing historically accurate uniforms, approaching the invader with unity of purpose to defend the border and colonies they represent.
About the Packaging:
Each set includes a numbered certificate with detailed coin specifications – proof of ownership for this low mintage premium Proof Set and evidence that each coin has been individually inspected by the Royal Canadian Mint’s resident quality assurance specialists.  Each
set comes in genuine black leather case and custom “beauty box” to provide protection for the leather case and the coins inside.
Proof sets are perennial favorites and a great gift idea that can be cherished and shared with friends and loved ones forever.
This is a “must have” set for everyone who appreciates the finest in coins.
It is also a perfect gift for military history enthusiasts.
Shipping & Handling
Fast, free shipping & handling via USPS First Class Mail to all U.S. addresses!
USPS Priority Mail & Priority Mail Express are also available for an additional charge.
International shipping is via the
eBay Global Shipping Program.
Additional Information
OK Ranch sells fine collectible & investment coins, fine & fashion jewelry, gifts, and more through our eBay store.
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“
Unsearched”
—
All of the coins offered in this listing are “unsearched”.
Many coin dealers “search” all coins when they are received from the Mint.  They "cherry-pick" the best coins.  Then submit them to be graded, certified, and slabbed by PCGS, NGC, ANACS, etc.  These graded and certified coins are then sold at higher, premium prices.  When a dealer searches coins, those that they sell in original Mint packaging are only lesser quality coins.
Photos:
When a listing offers multiples of the same coin, one coin is picked at random and photographed.  Since all coins offered in that listing are essentially identical, the coin photographed is representative of all coins offered.
Surface areas that appear black on some proof coin photos are actually highly polished, mirror-bright metal reflecting the color of the camera.
Our goal is to provide clear, high definition photos that accurately represent the coin(s) offered in each of our eBay listings.  Whenever possible, we use actual photos of our coins, rather than just “artist’s conception” drawings from the Mint.  We frequently update and upgrade the photos that appear with our listings, using improved cameras and lenses and better lighting.  We will honor your requests for additional photos as quickly as our schedule permits.