Across the Arctic, polar bears roam lands that stretch across five countries: the United States (Alaska), Canada, Russia, Greenland (under Denmark), and Norway’s Svalbard Islands. These large predators move with the sea ice as it grows and shrinks, thriving in places like Hudson Bay, the Beaufort Sea, and Canada’s northern islands. Known for their powerful presence and importance in nature, polar bears are often featured on Canadian coins. One of these coins is the 2019 1/10 oz Canadian Gold Polar Bear Coin, which shows a new design each year.

Coin Highlights:

• Coin arrives in a protective plastic flip!
• Features a brand-new polar bear design for 2019!
• Contains 1/10 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Issued a face value of $5 (CAD) by Canada.
• Obverse features Queen Elizabeth II.
• Reverse presents a polar bear navigating its Arctic habitat.

The obverse of the 2019 1/10 oz Gold Polar Bear Coin displays a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. This design, used since 2003, shows the Queen facing right without a crown. It is the most current effigy used on Canadian coins.

On the reverse side of the 2019 Canadian Gold Polar Bear Coin, you’ll see a single polar bear walking across an icy Arctic landscape. Polar bears rely on the sea ice to find seals, their main food source. Because of this, they are seen as a key sign of how healthy the Arctic environment is as the climate changes.

Polar bears have special features that help them live in cold environments. Their thick fur is water-resistant and looks white, but each hair is actually clear and hollow to help reflect light. Underneath, their black skin helps absorb heat from the sun. Males can weigh up to 1,500 pounds, much more than females. Their wide paws help them move across snow and swim through cold waters, while their strong limbs and sleek bodies allow them to travel long distances.

These 2019 1/10 oz Canadian Gold Polar Bear Coins come in a protective plastic flip and are minted by the Royal Canadian Mint. Both sides of the coin feature fine radial lines that serve as an anti-counterfeiting feature.

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