Last Updated on November 5, 2025 Posted by Colonial Acres Coins
The Royal Canadian Mint has once again captured the beauty and spirit of Canada’s wildlife with the release of the 2025 $20 Animal Portraits: Grey Wolf Fine Silver Coin, the final piece in the captivating three-coin Animal Portraits series.
Following the success of the Polar Bear and Elk releases, this closing chapter features one of Canada’s most iconic and mysterious animals: the Grey Wolf (Canis lupus). Crafted in 99.99% pure silver with selective yellow gold plating, this coin brings the wild home in a way that is both elegant and deeply symbolic.
Now available at Colonial Acres Coins, this collectible is a must-have for anyone who admires Canadian wildlife, fine artistry, or Royal Canadian Mint craftsmanship.
Completing the Series: Coin 3 of 3
The Animal Portraits series has been a collector favourite, celebrating Canada’s majestic creatures in striking, close-up compositions that reveal their natural beauty and character. Each coin showcases a different animal at rest or in motion, portrayed in its natural environment.
Coin 1: 2025 $20 Animal Portraits – Polar Bear
- View the Polar Bear coin
- A serene depiction of the Arctic’s great wanderer, caught in a moment of quiet reflection.
Coin 2: 2025 $20 Animal Portraits – Elk
- View the Elk coin
- A majestic look at the elk in the heart of the wilderness, symbolizing grace and strength.
Coin 3: 2025 $20 Animal Portraits – Grey Wolf
- View the Grey Wolf coin
- A stunning final piece portraying one of Canada’s most iconic predators in a moment of rare stillness.
Together, these three coins form a tribute to the diversity and resilience of Canada’s wildlife, each designed with extraordinary attention to detail.
Design Details: A Wolf at Rest
The reverse design by Canadian artist Trevor Tennant captures a unique perspective of the Grey Wolf, not in pursuit, nor in mid-howl, but in repose. This artistic decision offers collectors a rare glimpse into the quieter side of this powerful predator.
The wolf lies in a snow-covered Ontario landscape, its fur meticulously engraved to reflect texture and depth. Its forepaws extend slightly beyond the framed portion of the design, a brilliant artistic touch that breaks the boundary of the coin’s inner circle, symbolizing how nature transcends human limits.
Unlike the often fierce depictions of wolves, this one appears calm, its golden eyes observing its surroundings with quiet intelligence. The background, plated in selective yellow gold, contrasts beautifully with the fine silver, creating a warm glow that enhances the scene’s serenity.
Surrounding the wolf are the inscriptions “CANADA” and “2025,” elegantly integrated into the design.
Obverse and Specifications
- Obverse Artist: Steven Rosati
- Effigy: His Majesty King Charles III, plated with yellow gold
- Composition: 99.99% pure silver with selective gold plating
- Weight: 31.39 g (1 oz.)
- Diameter: 38 mm
- Finish: Proof
- Mintage: Limited to 7,500 coins worldwide
- Packaging: Encapsulated and presented in a sleek, black Royal Canadian Mint clamshell case with a matching beauty box
This combination of artistry and craftsmanship makes the coin feel both luxurious and natural, an homage to one of the most misunderstood yet admired creatures in the Canadian wilderness.
The Wolf: Guardian of the Wilderness
The Grey Wolf (Canis lupus) is one of Canada’s most iconic animals, intelligent, adaptable, and deeply social. Once roaming nearly every region of the Northern Hemisphere, wolves continue to thrive in Canada’s forests, tundra, and mountain regions, where they play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance.
Interesting Facts About Wolves:
1. Pack Life: Wolves live and hunt in packs, typically composed of an alpha pair and their offspring. Their teamwork allows them to take down larger prey like deer and moose.
2. Winter Resilience: During Canada’s cold winters, pack bonds grow strongest. Cooperation becomes essential when hunting large prey and surviving harsh conditions.
3. Highly Communicative: Wolves communicate through howls, growls, body language, and scent marking — forming tight-knit family structures.
4. Adaptability: Despite their fearsome reputation, wolves are cautious around humans and prefer to avoid them, relying on instinct and intelligence to survive.
5. Cultural Symbolism: For many Indigenous cultures, the wolf represents loyalty, family, and courage — qualities that continue to inspire respect and admiration.
The 2025 Grey Wolf coin captures this duality perfectly: fierce yet peaceful, powerful yet intelligent, portraying the animal as a guardian of the wild rather than a menace.
The Art of Animal Portraiture
The Animal Portraits series has been celebrated for its ability to blend fine art and numismatic innovation. Each coin in the series transforms wildlife portraiture into sculpted silver, demonstrating the Royal Canadian Mint’s extraordinary engraving capabilities.
Signature Features of the Series:
- Selective Gold Plating: The rim, inscriptions, and effigy are plated with yellow gold, adding contrast and sophistication.
- Classic Composition: Each design focuses on the animal’s natural poise, using precision engraving to capture fur, texture, and light.
- Beyond the Frame: By allowing each animal’s form to “break through” the circular frame, the series symbolizes humanity’s connection to nature.
- Limited Mintage: With just 7,500 coins per release, each piece is a collector’s treasure that captures a fleeting moment in Canada’s wilderness.
Whether displayed as a complete set or as a standalone collectible, the Animal Portraits series represents a high point in modern Canadian coin design.
Why Collectors Will Love the Grey Wolf Coin
The 2025 Grey Wolf coin isn’t just the final piece in a series; it’s a symbol of completion and balance. It represents not only the wolf’s integral role in nature but also the harmony between human artistry and the natural world.
Collectors and wildlife enthusiasts alike will appreciate:
- Fine Silver Craftsmanship: 1 oz. of 99.99% pure silver with exquisite proof detailing.
- Selective Gold Plating: A warm contrast that elevates the visual storytelling.
- Canadian Artistry: Designs by two acclaimed Canadian artists, Trevor Tennant and Steven Rosati.
- Exclusive Limited Mintage: Only 7,500 coins available worldwide.
- Premium Presentation: Beautifully packaged in a black Royal Canadian Mint-branded case for display or gifting.
For those who already own the Polar Bear and Elk coins, the Grey Wolf completes the trio, a cohesive collection that celebrates Canada’s untamed beauty.
Shop the Animal Portraits Series at Colonial Acres Coins
At Colonial Acres Coins, we’re proud to offer the full Animal Portraits series and a wide selection of Royal Canadian Mint collectible coins. Whether you’re completing a series, starting a wildlife-themed collection, or looking for a memorable gift, Colonial Acres is your trusted destination.
Why collectors choose us:
- Extensive Inventory: From fine silver and gold coins to paper money and bullion.
- Canadian Expertise: Over 30 years serving collectors across Canada and beyond.
- Authenticity Guaranteed: Every coin is sourced directly from the Royal Canadian Mint.
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Explore the full 2025 Animal Portraits series and other stunning wildlife-themed coins today at colonialacres.com.
Bring Home Animal Portraits Coin # 3 Today!
The 2025 $20 Animal Portraits: Grey Wolf Fine Silver Coin closes the series with quiet power and elegance. It captures the essence of the wolf, intelligent, loyal, and mysterious — while showcasing the Royal Canadian Mint’s unmatched artistry.
From the Arctic’s Polar Bear to the Elk of the forests and now the Grey Wolf of Ontario’s winter landscape, this three-coin collection celebrates Canada’s wild heart in every glint of silver and gold.
Bring home the final piece of this incredible series today, available exclusively at Colonial Acres Coins.
