The bison is the largest land animal in North America: a symbol of strength, and an important part of the history of the Prairies region of Canada
Your coin was designed by Canadian Doug Comeau and portrays the front-facing portrait of a wood bison. The bison's distinctive shoulder hump stands in contrast to the darker-coloured mane and the curved horns. The bison is standing still, its calm gaze fixed upon the intrusion in its otherwise natural environment. The coin also features edge lettering with the words "1 OZ FINE SILVER 1 OZ ARGENT PUR" engraved in a repeating pattern around the coin's edge.
Specifications
Mintage 7500
Composition fine silver (99.99% pure)
Finish proof
Weight (g) 31.39
Diameter (mm)38
Edge plain with edge lettering
Certificate serialized
Face value 20 dollars
Artist Doug Comeau (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)