Get the 2nd in the 2014 Oh! A detailed portrait of a prowling grizzly bear (by wildlife artist Glen Loates), intricately rendered in pure silver on this affordable, meticulously engraved proof beauty! Celebrate Canada’s uniqueness with the 2014 Oh! Canada’s national identity is much like its majestic landscape: diverse, storied, and always fascinating! In the ever-changing world of Canadiana, a few concepts tend to reflect the nation’s natural assets and social and cultural institutions. Following hot on the heels of the extremely popular 2013 Oh! These ten Canadian icons. Are undeniable touchstones of the majestic land, its wildlife. These are the scenes that plumb the depths of Canada’s own pride in itself, while kindling the world’s love for the great nation that is Canada! Collect these ten eminently affordable pure silver. Proofs – then revisit your coins again and again to marvel at their cultural significance and detailed imagery! A true value, reasonably priced for all collectors! Definitively Canadian Pure Silver Proofs! The second release in the new 2014 Oh! Features a meticulously rendered design by Canadian wildlife artist Glen Loates, a full-body profile portrait of a grizzly bear. The massive grizzly is presented from its left side, its enormously powerful musculature and shaggy silver-tipped fur showcased to stunning effect. The bear’s mouth is slightly open as it clambers over a log atop a rocky outcropping. Its pointed snout gives way to a massive head bearing distinctive small eyes and ears. Large neck is lowered as it scans the ground. Its enormous shoulder muscles, large neck hump, powerful abdomen, and low rump are rendered in dimensional detail by Royal Canadian Mint engravers. The distinct design hallmark of the O Canada Program. Has the central image set between two semi-circular banners (each laser polished to a gleaming, mirror-like finish) with the top band proudly proclaiming the legend “Canada”, and the denomination in the lower band. It’s a true thrill to wildlife. Lovers when they catch a glimpse of the mythic grizzly in the wild! The fearsome grizzly bear. Is probably the most dangerous land mammal in North America. These massive and powerful animals can weigh up to 1,500 pounds and stand up to 8 feet tall on their hind legs, yet are capable of running at speeds up to 35 miles per hour! Perhaps best known as salmon. During the spawning season, grizzlies are opportunistic omnivores, eating almost anything in season, from fruits, nuts, honey and berries, to insects. And small mammals, to much larger prey. As such they can be very dangerous to humans, especially when startled or when defending their young. One bite from a grizzly bear. Can crush a person’s skull, so powerful are its jaws. Although they were held in high esteem for eons by Native Americans. Because of their spirits, grizzlies have been eradicated throughout most their range in North America, partly by hunters. For trophies, and partly because of simple fear. The Royal Canadian Mint refines the purest silver in the world. The RCM is also the only mint in the world to issue commemorative coins in a. This silver proof coin is 99.99% pure! A meticulously rendered design by Canadian wildlife artist Glen Loates, a full-body portrait of a grizzly bear. The massive grizzly bear. Raises its powerful right front claw, perhaps in a display of dominance or aggression, while gazing directly at the viewer. The traditional-style engraving has produced a magnificent work of beauty. The date and denomination are also indicated. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. In profile facing right. This portrait, the fourth effigy of the queen to appear on Canadian Coinage, was executed by the artist Susanna Blunt. The legend ELIZABETH II D. REGINA (“Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God”) also appears. The coin is encapsulated inside a burgundy leatherette, clamshell-style presentation case, lined with black velvet and protected by a black outer box. A colorful display case for the entire 10 coin series will be available to purchasers of the entire series partway through the releases. 9999 Fine (Pure) Silver. Talisman World Coins and Medals has been in business for more than 20 years and is one of the largest world coin direct distributors and wholesalers in the world. The item “Canada 2014 O Canada Series #2 Grizzly Bear $10 Pure Silver Matte Proof” is in sale since Monday, February 03, 2014. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ Canada\Commemorative”. The seller is “talismancoins” and is located in Saint Louis, Missouri. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada