1 Oz (31.10g). The great white shark, scientific name Carcharodon carcharias, also known as the great white, white pointer, white shark, or white death, is a large lamniform shark found in coastal surface waters in all major oceans. The great white shark is known for its size, with the largest individuals known to have approached or exceeded 6 metres (20 ft) in length, and 2,268 kilograms (5,000 lb) in weight. This shark reaches maturity at around 15 years of age and can have a life span of over 30 years. 999 pure silver with colour printed and limited to 5,000 coin sets only. This depicts a high relief, finely engraved figure of a Great White Shark. The engraving is complemented by colour printing, a porthole style border and unique bite-marks piercing through the coin. The obverse of the coin features the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Each set is presented in unique gift packaging featuring a water-filled coin case. Low mintage – limited to only 5,000 pieces. Comes with capsule, certificate of authenticity and a special presentation case. We strive for excellent service. Though we normally reply to inquiries as soon as possible, please note that our office is limited on weekends and holidays. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. The item “Niue 2012 $2 Ocean Predators Great White Shark 1 Oz Silver Proof Coin” is in sale since Wednesday, March 18, 2015. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Australia & Oceania\South Pacific”. The seller is “jvpic” and is located in Berlin. This item can be shipped worldwide.