2022 Canada Specimen Set: Swift Fox

The Threatened Swift Fox Highlights Canada’s 2022 Specimen Coin Set

Much like the United States Mint’s variety of annual Mint Sets, our neighbors to the north produce their own sets. One of the most popular of those sets is the Royal Canadian Mint’s six-piece Specimen Set that each year features a new $1 coin that cannot be found in any other coin set and isn’t released for circulation. For 2022, this unique coin pays tribute to the Swift Fox.

Canada’s Elegant Little Speedster

The light orange-tan Swift Fox once ranged throughout Manitoba and Alberta and even as far south as Mexico’s central plains state. These elegant creatures are about the size of a domestic cat and disappeared from the wild in the 1930s. But thanks to relocation efforts in Canada, more than 900 individuals have been released into the grasslands and foothills of Southwest Saskatchewan and Southeast Alberta. The scientific name for the Swift Fox is Vulpes velox, which literally translates to “swift fox,” a name earned for its ability run at speeds of between 30 and 40 miles per hour. But unfortunately, this beautiful animal is a threatened species as its habitat in the Canadian prairies is considered one of the world’s most endangered ecosystems.

Smooth, Satin-Like Matte Finish

The Royal Canadian Mint’s annual Specimen Set features some of the highest quality possible coins struck for collectors, all beautifully displayed in a stylish book format presentation case. The coins range in denomination from five cents to the $2, the highlight, of course, is the unique $1 coin featuring the Swift Fox. Each coin also comes with a stunning specimen (SP) finish. This smooth, satin-like matte finish and its brilliant relief is achieved through a minting process that has the coins being struck up to two times on numismatic presses against a matte or lined background in order to achieve maximum visual impact.

Order Now, Only Limited Quantities Available

The finish on the superb coins of the 2022 Canada Specimen Set combines brilliant and frosted relief over a lined background—a finish type that is unique to the Royal Canadian Mint. And, with just 30,000 of these sets released for the entire world, they’re sure to “swiftly” disappear into the hands of collectors. Don’t miss out; make this set a dazzling addition to your personal collection that you’ll enjoy sharing with friends and family for years to come. Order yours now!