PLEASE read ALL our terms closely! As Canadas second-largest land-based carnivore, the powerful grizzly merits a substantial coin. Though this enigmatic animal is normally elusive, the Royal Canadian Mint has captured one here for you in a half-kilogram of pure silveryours to admire in stunning detail. The reverse design by Canadian artist Pierre Leduc features the profile portrait of a roaring grizzly bear. Viewed from its right side, the grizzlys large, thick-furred head is raised with mouth open in a roar or growl. The bears characteristic small fur-covered ears, sharp teeth, and small dark eyes are presented in beautifully engraved detail. In the background, a river roars through a rocky and remote northern wilderness of bushy undergrowth dotted by sparse evergreens. The sky rises above bear and wilderness, hand-polished to a glowing proof finish. Third and final half-kilogram silver coin in the Royal Canadian Mints Call of the Wild series, which celebrates Canadas wildlife. Visually striking coin features finely detailed engraving that captures the strength and beauty of one of Canadas largest land mammals. The coins sizeable surface area offers an ideal canvas for finely detailed engraving, adding further relief and lustre to the design. Crafted from 99.99% pure silver and hand polished to proof perfection. Be one of the few to own this exquisite work of artmintage is set at only 600 coins worldwide. A stunning example of the Royal Canadian Mints internationally renowned artistry and craftsmanship. A beautiful addition to wildlife-, nature- or Canadiana-themed collections. Composition: 99.99 % pure silver. Packaging: Wooden box with standard beauty box. Finished size: 225mm x 225mm. LAUNCH DATE: April 5, 2016. ADVERTISING DATE: April 5, 2016. CANADIANS: PLEASE remember that you will be REQUIRED TO PAY GST or HST. The item “2016 Half-Kilo’Roaring Grizzly Bear’ $125 Silver Coin. 9999 Fine (17641) (NT)” is in sale since Monday, March 27, 2017. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ Canada\Commemorative”. The seller is “gatewestcoins” and is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This item can be shipped to Canada, United States.
- Country//Region of Manufacture: Canada