2 oz Gold Coin - World's Wildlife - Shark - 2026
### World's Wildlife (8.) - Shark 2 Oz Gold - Proof - 8th Issue in the World's Wildlife Series - **First release of the series in 2 ounces of 99.99% gold** - Strictly limited Mintage only 50 pieces - With numbered Certificate of Authenticity - Delivery in original wooden Box The eighth issue of the annual **World's Wildlife Series** is dedicated to the **Shark** (Selachimorpha). The impressive coin is the first issue in the "World's Wildlife" series to be minted from **2 ounces of 99.99% pure gold** and features a highly detailed shark swimming directly toward the viewer, its head occupying almost the entire surface of the coin. Particularly striking are the open mouth with multiple rows of teeth and the eyes, which give the shark an intense gaze. The water surrounding the shark is turbulent, as if it has just emerged from the depths. The inscriptions "THE SHARK" and "WORLD'S WILDLIFE" outline the design. The reverse features the coat of arms of the Democratic Republic of Congo as well as the weight, fineness, denomination and year of issue. Sharks are a group of cartilaginous fish that have inhabited the oceans for over 400 million years. They are characterized by their streamlined bodies, multiple rows of sharp teeth, and highly developed senses of smell and electroreception. As important predators, they play a central role in maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems. The **strictly limited World's Wildlife - Shark 2 ounce gold proof coin** is delivered in the original wooden box including a numbered certificate of authenticity.