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2012 Issue
2012
Silver
0.2559 oz
.9999 pure
0.2559 oz
200,000 minted
$20 CAD
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$20 for $20 Fine Silver Coin – Polar Bear

2012

A 2012.9999 silver $20 weighing 0.2559 oz (7.96g), 27.0 mm diameter. Reverse: A majestic polar bear standing on Arctic ice, representing one of Canada's most recognizable wildlife species. Mintage: 200,000. Specimen finish.

Metal Silver (.9999 pure)
Weight 0.2559 oz (7.96 g)
Mintage 200,000
Denomination $20
Diameter 27.0 mm
Edge Serrated
Finish Specimen
Series $20 for $20 Silver Coins
Obverse Susanna Blunt
Reverse Glen Chicken
Est. Value $25-$30 CAD
Status Sold Out
Live Melt Value
$22.93 CAD
$16.58 USD
Spot Silver
$89.60/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint Price
$20.00
As issued
Premium
-13%
Over melt
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Identification Tips
27.0 mm diameter. Serrated edge. Specimen finish. 99.99% silver. Non-magnetic.
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Collector Research Notes

A majestic polar bear standing on Arctic ice, representing one of Canada's most recognizable wildlife species.

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