The Giants of the Galapagos Islands series showcases a variety of unique creatures found in the Galapagos Islands with each species being considered giants in their own right. Made from 1 ounce of .9999 pure silver and legal tender of Solomon Islands, this final issue is dedicated to the Giant Tortoise.
The Galapagos Tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) can live up to 100 years and longer. The largest Tortoise in the world, they can reach up to 550 pounds (250 kilograms) spending most of its time sleeping and when awake basking in the sun while munching on grass, leaves and cactus.