2013 $25 Silver Wolf Coin

A stunning proof-grade 1‑ounce .9999 fine silver coin from the Royal Canadian Mint’s O Canada series. Struck in 2013 with a limited mintage of just 8,500, it features a mother wolf with two pups in a classic Canadian forest setting. A must-have for collectors of wildlife-themed numismatics and Canadian heritage coins.

Silver Wolf Coin - Design & Symbolism
Designed by Canadian artist Pierre Leduc, the reverse depicts a protective mother wolf with her two cubs positioned atop a rocky outcrop amid moss and balsam fir. A finely engraved border reads “CANADA,” the year “2013,” the face value “25 DOLLARS,” and includes a stylized wolf paw-print.

The obverse bears the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

Numismatic & Cultural Context

• Third issue in the Royal Canadian Mint’s acclaimed "O Canada" series that spotlights iconic Canadian fauna.

• Proof finish with mirrored relief and frosted details for superior visual contrast.

• Limited worldwide mintage: only 8,500 coins, GST/HST exempt in Canada.

Historic Background
Wolves have been an enduring symbol of resilience, community, and wilderness in Canadian history. Canada is home to more than 50,000 wolves, the second-largest population in the world. Despite their lore as fearsome predators, there are no documented cases of wolf-human fatalities in Canada.

Product Specifications

• Collectors of Canadian coinage or wildlife-themed numismatics

• Those seeking limited-edition proof silver coins

• Gifts celebrating Canadian heritage or natural beauty