1 oz Silver Coin - Evolution of Life - Nimravidae - Gilded - 2023
### Evolution of Life (9.) - Nimravidae 1 Oz Silver - Gilded - Antique Finish - 9th Issue of the series "Evolution of Life" - Coin Design based on a real Fossil - smartminting© - Mintage only 999 pieces - With Certificate of Authenticity - Delivery in original Box The ninth issue of the **Evolution of Life Series** is dedicated to the **Nimravidae**. Often referred to as "false saber-toothed cats," the Nimravidae belonged to a family of predators that lived primarily in the Eocene and Oligocene. Although outwardly resembling saber-toothed cats (Smilodontinae), nimravidae were not closely related to them and represent an example of convergent evolution. Their characteristic feature was their long, saber-like upper canine teeth, which they probably used to kill their prey. Also included in the design are the inscriptions "MAMMALIA" and "EVOLUTION OF LIFE 2023". The **limited and partially gilded antique finish silver coin** is delivered in the original box including a certificate of authenticity. *** **smartminting**© is a revolutionary technology in the field of modern numismatics. It allows unprecedented dimensions of high reliefs and sets new standards in the commemorative coin industry. - considerably larger diameter on standard weight coins while maintaining relief height - standard relief height on coins with greatly reduced weight - extraordinarily high relief on coins with slightly increased weight ***