2010 Canada $3 Wildlife Conservation – Polar Bear Sterling Silver
“I am the largest terrestrial carnivore in the world. Scientists have placed me in the marine mammal group because I live primarily on the frozen sea ice and feed almost exclusively on the seals that swim below it. While I may feed on a variety of seal species as well as belugas or narwhals, ringed seals are by far my favorite.
Men have long admired my hunting skills; the ways I stalk my prey, lie motionless by a breathing hole or imitate an ice floe are similar to techniques they might use themselves. According to legend, I am ultimately the one who decides whether the hunter’s spear succeeds or fails; pursuing a polar bear requires an honest tribute of honor and respect. The sea ice is now changing. And so must I.”
The second coin in this exciting four-coin series sets itself apart with its uncommon square shape the perfect setting to showcase the modern style used to feature Canada’s wildlife, our legacy to protect.
Specifications:
Item number: 109976
Face Value: 3 dollars
Mintage: 15,000
Composition: 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper – Gold plated
Weight (g): 11.8
Diameter (mm): 27 x 27
Edge: Plain
Finish: Specimen
Special Features:
– Second coin in a new series featuring Canadian wildlife, starting with the 2010 Barn Owl.
– Limited edition coin features a square shape with gold-plating, the third square shape coin by the Royal Canadian Mint.
No outer black-sleeve
