2014 Royal Canadian Mint Lion Bank Note Silver Proof Coin

The 2014 $5 Lion on the Mountain is the third release in the Royal Canadian Mint's Bank Note Series. Like the others, it focuses on the "lost art" of banknote engraving, bringing a 2D security vignette into a 3D silver format.History & DesignThe reverse features an engraving from a 1908 $50 banknote issued by the Northern Crown Bank.• The Scene: A majestic lion sits atop a mountain, surveying the landscape. This "King of the Jungle" motif was a common symbol of strength and stability for early 20th-century financial institutions.• The Bank: The Northern Crown Bank was based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. It was a significant player in the Canadian West until it was absorbed by the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) in 1918.• Artistry: The coin is noted for its "line-engraving" style, where RCM engravers used varying depths and spacing of lines to recreate the shaded, hand-drawn look of the original paper note.Coin SpecificationsFeature DetailsComposition 99.99% Fine SilverWeight 23.17 grams (3/4 troy oz)Diameter 36.07 mmFinish ProofMintage 8,500Face Value $5 CAD