Mount Shasta MerlinGold® Engravable

Mount Shasta MerlinGold® Engravable

Rising an impressive 14,179 feet, Mount Shasta is the second highest peak in the Cascade Range and the most prominent peak in northern California.

Mount Shasta's distinctive volcanic cone contains California's only true glaciers, which extend down along the mountain's north and east slopes. Drawn by the peak's beauty, its varied terrain and its shear size, climbers from all over the world visit Mount Shastato attempt its summit. Guarded by cascading snowfields, whipping winds, and sudden storms, the mountain's steep slopes the mountain provides significant challenge.

This distinctive coin is dedicated to the beauty of this magnificent peak, to those who admire it and to those who attempt its summit. The obverse contains a rendering of Mount Shasta and includes its elevation. The reverse has two classic ice axes below an open area suitable for engraving a personal message.

This coin is minted in MerlinGold®, a proprietary brass alloy that simulates the look and feel of real gold. It comes sealed in clear lucite capsule, then packaged in a polybag with a detailed header card.