The Wounded Bear

The seven stars that make up the Big Dipper are arguably one of the most recognized formations in the night sky. They are visible year-round from northern latitudes, and have inspired countless legends around the globe. Many First Nations legends describe the Big Dipper as a great bear who is hunted ceaselessly by three hunters. The second issue in this four-coin series gives the account how the hunters struck the bear, but only managed to wound it. This is why leaves turn red in autumn.

This coin is the second issue of the Star Charts collection.
The first coin of the series, released in September 2014, depicts The Quest.
The second coin of the series, released in November 2014, depicts The Wounded Bear.
The third coinof the series, released in January 2015, depicts The Great Ascent.
The fourth and the last coin of the series,released in March 2015, depicts The Eternal Pursuit.

STAR CHARTS - THE WOUNDED BEAR - 2015 CANADIAN COINS 02 is categorised COINS AND PAPER MONEY / 08- ROYAL CANADIAN MINT / 02- FINE SILVER and sold by l'Imaginaire, a store and specialised website.