.510 ozt Float Planes 9999 Silver $10 Coin

This is a 2017 $10 pure silver coin from the Royal Canadian Mint's "Celebrating Canada's 150th" series, specifically the "Float Planes on the Mackenzie River" coin. 

Design Inspiration:
The coin's reverse design is based on a photograph by Hay River, N.W.T., photographer Adam Hill, capturing float planes on the Mackenzie River near Fort Simpson under the aurora borealis. 

Commemorative Significance:
The coin, with the dates "1867-2017" and the word "CANADA," commemorates the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation. 

Material and Specifications:
It is a pure silver coin (.9999 fine) with a weight of 15.87 grams and a diameter of 34 mm. 

Series Context:
This coin is part of a 13-coin series showcasing Canada's provinces and territories, with each coin inspired by a photograph from Canadian Geographic magazine. 

This coin features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt. The inscription "ELIZABETH II D G REGINA" encircles the portrait, which translates to "Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God, Queen". 

Content: .510 troy oz. of .9999 fine silver

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint

Series: Celebrating Canada's 150th

Denomination: 10 dollars

Weight: 15.87 g

Purity: 99.99%

Year: 2017

Mintage: The coin had a mintage of 7,214.