2008 ROYAL CANADIAN MINT PLATINUM 1 OZ. SCIMITAR CAT Start Price USD 3,500.00 Current Price USD 3,500.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, November 17, 2008 End Time Monday, November 24, 2008 Location Winnipeg, Manitoba See more about '2008 ROYAL CANADIAN MINT PLATINUM 1 OZ. SCIMITAR CAT' Description       COLLECTIBLES CANADA 2007 ROYAL CANADIAN MINT PRODUCT NOW AVAILABLE! *CLICK HERE*   WE ARE OFFICIAL ROYAL CANADIAN MINT DISTRIBUTORS CALL 1-888-333-8538 OR EMAIL US AT SALES@COLLECTIBLECANADA.COM 2008 ROYAL CANADIAN MINT 1 OUNCE PLATINUM Theme: On the cutting edge of the Ice Age With large, razor-sharp fangs, the scimitar cat (Homotherium serum) is arguably one of the most aweinspiring animals of the Ice Age. A number of complete, articulated skeletons found in caves have provided palaeontologists with a great deal of information about the physical structure and abilities of this extinct cat. Fossil remains show a lack of wear on the front and back edges of the serrated teeth (scimitars) suggesting they were used for slashing rather than feeding. It is also believed these imposing fangs were sheathed in tough protective tissue so the cat didn't inadvertently harm itself or its young. The scimitar cat was roughly the size of a lion, but with a lighter body that gave it more running flexibility than its Ice Age cousins, the sabretooth cat and American lion. It had a short tail like the lynx, long, powerful forelimbs but poorly developed hindquarters that gave it a hyena-like stance. While most cats see best at night, scimitar skulls have brain impressions indicating it could also see well in daylight, like the modern cheetah. Special features: 􀂾 The second coin in a fascinating and upscale series featuring prehistoric animals. 􀂾 A rare opportunity to collect a 1 ounce platinum coin independent of a set. 􀂾 Expertly crafted design provides a beautiful representation of this rare animal from the Ice Age. Product specifications: Face Value: 300 dollars Mintage: 200 Composition: 99.95% platinum Weight (g): 31.16 Diameter (mm): 30 Edge: Serrated Finish: Proof Certificate: Serialized Packaging: Coin encapsulated and presented in a clamshell case Shipping Payment Methods Contact Us Buyer pays $35.00 for shipping and handling in North America. Buyer pays $35.00  for shipping and handling outside Canada and the United States. Buyer to pay actual Fed-ex shipping for any order over $450.00                    PAYPAL                         Collectibles Canada Unit-O 2211 McPhillips St. Winnipeg, Manitoba R2V 3M5 Ph (204) 586-6263 Toll Free Orders Only 1-888-333-8538 Email cash.cdn@shawlink.ca           I am a Trading Assistant I can sell items for you!     If you choose to pay by United States Postal Money Order please make sure that it is negotiable in Canada and that it is stamped INTERNATIONAL (PINK COLORED)   PLEASE NOTE CANADIAN AUCTION WINNERS ARE SUBJECT TO 5% GST. LOCAL EBAY PICKUP CHARGES ARE $2.00 FOR FIRST TRANSACTION AND $1.00 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL TRANSACTION.     Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!