2019 One-Ounce $25 Fine Silver Multifaceted Animal Head - Grizzly Bear

The multifaceted grizzly bear head by Canadian artist Alex Tirabasso is the second of a three-coin series featuring the innovative use of extraordinarily high relief (EHR). EHR goes beyond what high and even ultra-high relief techniques can accomplish and elevates the subject matter to around six millimetres. The striking visual effect of a coin that becomes more of a sculpture than a simple embossing is given an exceptional brilliance with innovative proof finish, making the silver shine like never before. This coin, featuring a multifaceted design built out of 400 polygons that are crafted in proof finish to make them sparkle like a diamond, really is an important advancement in minting.

The grizzly bear is Canada's second-largest carnivore. Its scientific name, Ursus arctos horribilis, translates from Latin to "terrifying northern bear." However, while it is often linked to danger, the brown bear remains a highly respected symbol in Canadian culture. It is synonymous with strength, confidence and leadership, as well as rest and quietude. Bears are known to be particularly intelligent and resourceful, though while they work hard they also rest hard, hibernating up to seven months per year. 

• Diameter: 36 mm
• Weight: 1 oz fine silver

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• 2019 One-Ounce $25 Fine Silver Multifaceted Animal Head - Grizzly Bear