After the success of the original Prehistoric Life Series, a second round of designs was introduced to highlight even more fascinating dinosaurs. Beginning in 2024, the Prehistoric Life II Series showcases creatures like the Utahraptor, a large meat-eating dinosaur from the Early Cretaceous period. This raptor could grow as long as 23 feet and weigh up to 1,500 pounds, making it one of the biggest known members of its group. BGASC now offers the 2024 1 oz Congo Silver Utahraptor Coin online.

Highlights:

• Comes with an individual acrylic capsule!
• 3rd release in the Prehistoric Life II Series!
• Limited mintage of only 10,000 coins!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver.
• The face value of 20 Francs is fully backed by the Congolese government.
• On the obverse is the national coat of arms of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
• The reverse showcases a detailed image of the Utahraptor.

All 2024 1 oz Congo Silver Utahraptor Coins come packaged in an acrylic capsule for added protection. These coins are the third issue in the second Prehistoric Life Series, following designs of the Triceratops and Suchomimus. Each coin is in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2024 Congo Silver Utahraptor Coin displays the national coat of arms of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This emblem shows a forward-facing leopard head above a stone slab, framed by a spear and an elephant tusk.

Reverse

On the reverse side of the 2024 1 oz Silver Utahraptor Coin is a depiction of the Utahraptor. Unlike traditional reptilian images, this dinosaur may have had feathers or feather-like structures, which could have helped with insulation or communication.

History

Some paleontologists believe Utahraptors may have hunted in coordinated groups. Evidence for this comes from a fossil-rich area known as the Utahraptor megablock, where several individuals of different ages were found together. This could indicate social behavior or family groupings, giving scientists a rare look into how these predators may have interacted.

Ordering

If you have any questions about silver coins, BGASC is happy to assist. Give us a call at 888-992-4272, use our live chat, or email us anytime.