The Matterhorn is certainly one of the most famous mountains in the world. With its nearly perfect symmetrical pyramidal peak (4478 m / 14692 ft), it defines what many consider a true mountain.
It is both awe-inspiring and intimidating to even the most skilled mountaineers and has taken the lives of well over 500 climbers. Through a combination of selective coloring and smartminting® ultra-high relief, this 2 oz silver coin captures the majesty and awe of this impressive mountain in all of its snowcovered details.