The first documented “sighting” of Sasquatch (Native American for “hairy giant”) was in 1811 in Canada. David Thompson claimed to find 4-toed footprints in the snow measuring 14 inches long and 8 inches wide. A large male foot averages 11 inches long and 4 inches wide, with 5 toes.
Measurements from the potential sighting of this illusive creature suggest that it may be between 6’7”-9’ tall, and weigh over 250 pounds. Thought to be mainly nocturnal, many of the sightings and reports of interactions with the creatures have occurred in the dark of night.
The most famous sighting occurred in 1967 with Roger Patterson and Robert Gimlin along the Bluff River, 25 miles northwest of Orleans, California. Patterson and Gimlin were able to capture the experience on film. The ape-like figure is seen walking past the spectators; at one point, the figure turns and looks directly at the camera. Numerous studies have attempted to verify or debunk this figure as “Bigfoot,” but researchers continue to disagree on the authenticity of this man-beast footage.
While stories of sightings have been steady throughout the years in the Pacific Northwest, scientists claim these reports are either misidentification of animals, or hoaxes. No Bigfoot, Yeti, or Sasquatch has been captured, killed, or shown to the public. Although indisputable proof has not yet been made available, believers in the creature’s existence claim it is only a matter of time.
While we cannot guarantee the existence of Bigfoot in nature, we can guarantee he makes an appearance on the latest Canadian Silver Maple Leaf.
Whether you know him as Bigfoot, Sasquatch, Yeti, or Skunk-Ape, this mysterious creature has been sighted on the 1 oz Canadian Silver Maple. And, whether you are a believer or a skeptic, we can guarantee you will find this privy a unique way to pay homage to fascinating folklore that originated in Alberta, Canada.
As a product of the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM), you can be sure your silver bullion is comprised of the finest quality silver, .9999, and features the signature effigy of the current reigning monarch on the obverse- Elizabeth II. The reverse features the Canadian national symbol, the maple leaf, along with the Bigfoot privy, adding creativity and security to your silver collection.
Mintage is limited, so don’t miss your chance to capture Bigfoot by purchasing the 1 oz 2016 Canadian Silver Maple Bigfoot Privy!
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