Andorra – 2012 – 1 Diners – Prism Birds NORTHERN SHOVELER (CuNi) (PROOF)

Description

Metal: Copper-Nickel
Weight: 27 g
Diameter: 38.61 mm
Quality: Prooflike

Birds not only delight people of every age, they are also indispensable for the ecological balance. With these three very different birds, which have existed for millions of years, Andorra shows the diversity and importance of these flying animals.

The distinctive Northern Shoveler who owes its name to its large, up to 7 cm, beak. The proud Western Capercaillie is a so-called resident bird. It thus belongs to a bird species that does not go on regular seasonal migrations. The Robin Redbreast is a member of the Old World Flycatcher‘s family. An old legend says that a member of this bird species comforted Jesus while he was dying. All three birds are shown in a colourful and sparkling prism technique member.