2023 Canada $20 - Great Hunters: Grizzly Bear - 1oz Silver

  • Country: Canada
  • Queen: Elizabeth II (1952-Date)
  • Type: Non-Circulating Coin
  • Years: 2023
  • Mint: Royal Canadian Mint - Ottawa, Canada (1908-Date)
  • Denomination: 20 CAD
  • Currency: Canadian Dollar (1858-Date)
  • Composition: .9999 Silver
  • Diameter: 36mm
  • Weight: 30.76g
  • Edge: Smooth
  • Mintage: 6,000
  • Condition: New - Mint Packaging
  • Obverse: eatures a “transitional” portrait of Queen Elizabeth II that includes the first and last dates of her reign, 1952 and 2022, separated by four small circles representing the four effigies used prior to this design. The field is covered with lightly frosted maple leafs
  • Reverse: Emily Damstra's design of the rugged and intimidating Grizzly Bear struck in Ultra High Relief (UHR)

Step into the untamed wilderness of Canada's majestic mountains and forests, where the real apex predator isn't the white bear—it's the formidable Grizzly Bear. Known by its scientific name, Ursus horribilis, this colossal beast is a force of nature that commands respect. And now, you can get up close and personal with this majestic creature without the fear of facing its razor-sharp claws, all thanks to this remarkable coin—the latest release in Canada's esteemed Great Hunters series.

This coin showcases the breathtaking work of Emily Damstra, a rising star in the world of coin design who gained fame through her remarkable redesign of the American Silver Eagle. Damstra's portrayal of the Grizzly Bear captures its awe-inspiring presence. Described as a "mysterious monster" by First Nations and Native Americans, these colossal beasts can tip the scales at over 1,320 pounds and stand a towering eight feet tall. Damstra's design depicts an enraged Grizzly, its snarl enough to make even the most seasoned woodsman rethink entering the bear's domain. Hailing from the Great Lakes region, Damstra has left her mark on numerous U.S. coin designs, including those for the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program, the American Innovation $1 Program, the 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Program, and the 2017 Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Coin Program.

Now, you have the opportunity to secure the one-ounce version of this coin, meticulously struck by the Royal Canadian Mint in ultra-high relief (UHR). The level of detail is so intricate that the designs seem to leap from the coin's surface. Crafted from highly pure 99.99% silver, this legal-tender $20 coin is a masterpiece of numismatic art. Its Proof condition is a testament to the mint's dedication to perfection, with frosted details rising over mirror-like fields.

With a limited mintage of just 6,000, this coin is a rare treasure that allows you to hold the spirit of the untamed wilderness in your hands. It's not just a coin; it's a journey into the heart of Canada's wild and a tribute to the mighty Grizzly Bear. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of this wilderness wonder.

*Coin condition is based on our professional opinion. Pictures are representative of the coin that you will receive, actual coin may differ slightly, and serial numbers may vary*

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