Terror birds, part of the Phorusrhacidae family, were massive, flightless predators that roamed South America from the Paleocene to the Pleistocene periods. These fascinating creatures emerged around 62 million years ago and disappeared approximately 2.5 million years ago. Today, 2024 1/2 Gram Proof Mongolia Gold Evolution of Life the Golden Aves Coins are available from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
- Comes with presentation packaging!
- Evolution of Life Series!
- Limited mintage of only 15,000 coins!
- Contains 1/2 Gram (.01607 Troy oz) of .9999 pure gold.
- The face value of 1,000 Togrog is fully backed by the Mongolian government.
- On the obverse of the coin is the seal of the Bank of Mongolia.
- The reverse side features the skeleton of a terror bird.
While Phorusrhacidae primarily evolved and thrived in South America, some species managed to spread to North America during the Great American Interchange, when the two continents connected via the Isthmus of Panama. However, their reign in North America was relatively short-lived.
All 2024 1/2 Gram Proof Mongolia Gold Evolution of Life the Golden Aves Coins are available with presentation packaging for each individual specimen. These coins are proof specimens that feature frosted designs with mirror-like fields.
On the obverse of 2024 Proof Mongolia Gold Evolution of Life the Golden Aves Coins, you will find the image of the seal of the Bank of Mongolia. The national seal is set at the top of the field with the face value, nation of issue, weight, metal content, and purity all noted beneath.
The reverse side of the 2024 1/2 Gram Proof Gold Evolution of Life the Golden Aves Coins comes with the skeletal image of the Phorusrhacidae. The diet of Phorusrhacidae species is believed to have consisted mainly of other vertebrates, including mammals, reptiles, and smaller birds. Their hunting strategy likely involved chasing down prey and delivering powerful, crushing blows with their beaks.
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