Real Shape Iconic Canada 100 Grams Fine Silver Polar Bear
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Product Overview
This visually stunning fine silver polar bear uses innovative technology and production techniques to showcase one of Canada's most iconic animals. A true work of medallic art, the piece is struck in the actual shape of a polar bear, and with a weight of 100 grams of .9999 fine silver and a width of about 100 mm, this is a substantial collector piece. The reverse polar bear design comes to life through artistic colouring painted by renowned Canadian artist Trevor Tenant. A brilliant silver border shines around the colour over engraving, while the obverse is presented with a classic proof-like finish. All design elements are intricately recreated, including fur with a high-relief texture.
The image originates from a two-dollar stamp issued in 1998 which has been authorized for this piece by Canada Post. The silver polar bear is encapsulated for protection and presented in a Magic Frame for display. The background within the frame includes additional details from the original postage stamp, allowing the shaped image to be beautifully presented in a larger perspective.
This series is issued by the Canadian Heritage Mint, and includes a certificate of authenticity attesting to the mintage, weight and fineness. As investment-quality .9999 fine silver pieces, this item is HST/GST exempt.
About the Polar Bear
Half of the world's 40,000 polar bears live in Canada, in the coastal regions of both the Northwest Territories and the Yukon, and in Manitoba, Ontario and Arctic Quebec. They spend most of their days out on the sea ice, hunting seals. Large paws help polar bears distribute their weight while walking on thin ice, and their front legs act as propellers while their hind limbs function as rudders while swimming. One of the most distinctive features of the polar bear is its colour. The white fur helps it blend into the Arctic background and has special features for cold weather adaptation; it is translucent and transmits ultraviolet radiation to keep the skin warm. Equally distinctive is the polar bear's size. It's the largest carnivore in the world that lives mostly out of water, and it can weigh up to 800 kilograms—that's double the size of a grizzly!
• Mintage: 1,867
• GST/HST exempt
Includes:
• Iconic Canada Real Shape 100-Gram Fine Silver Polar Bear
Warranty Information:
This product comes with a 30-day warranty through TSC.
The image originates from a two-dollar stamp issued in 1998 which has been authorized for this piece by Canada Post. The silver polar bear is encapsulated for protection and presented in a Magic Frame for display. The background within the frame includes additional details from the original postage stamp, allowing the shaped image to be beautifully presented in a larger perspective.
This series is issued by the Canadian Heritage Mint, and includes a certificate of authenticity attesting to the mintage, weight and fineness. As investment-quality .9999 fine silver pieces, this item is HST/GST exempt.
About the Polar Bear
Half of the world's 40,000 polar bears live in Canada, in the coastal regions of both the Northwest Territories and the Yukon, and in Manitoba, Ontario and Arctic Quebec. They spend most of their days out on the sea ice, hunting seals. Large paws help polar bears distribute their weight while walking on thin ice, and their front legs act as propellers while their hind limbs function as rudders while swimming. One of the most distinctive features of the polar bear is its colour. The white fur helps it blend into the Arctic background and has special features for cold weather adaptation; it is translucent and transmits ultraviolet radiation to keep the skin warm. Equally distinctive is the polar bear's size. It's the largest carnivore in the world that lives mostly out of water, and it can weigh up to 800 kilograms—that's double the size of a grizzly!
• Mintage: 1,867
• GST/HST exempt
Includes:
• Iconic Canada Real Shape 100-Gram Fine Silver Polar Bear
Warranty Information:
This product comes with a 30-day warranty through TSC.
