On February 19, 1996, a curious sort of bear began rolling into the pockets of Canadian consumers. It was the new two-dollar coin, Canada sfirst bi-metallic circulation coin that was being introduced to replace the two-dollar bank note.People were captivated by the coin s unique bimetallic construction (a nickel outer ring with an aluminum bronze core) as well as its design - a polar bear standing on the edge of an open section of the Arcticsea ice.Canadian wildlife artist Brent Townsend had perfectly captured the bear s distinctive profile; a somewhat hunched posture that hints at itslowly gait. But don t be fooled by the polar bear s sluggish pace - it s a deliberate heat-preserving measure that is in stark contrast to the intelligent and quick-witted mind that s inside!The polar bear has ruled the Arctic for millennia. In doing so, it has captured the imagination of people around the world. Ten years afterit came into circulation, it remains eternally fascinating to the people who live here. Don t miss out on this exceptional anniversary coin. Struck in 22 karat gold with a 4.1 gold core, this exceptional proofcoin is one numismatic treasure every bear-lover will want to own!

2 DOLLARS - 10TH ANNIVERSARY TWO DOLLARS COIN - 2006 CANADIAN COINS OR is categorised COINS AND PAPER MONEY / 08- ROYAL CANADIAN MINT / 25- GOLD, PLATINE & PALLADIUM COINS and sold by l'Imaginaire, a store and specialised website.