Obverse: The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II (Canada follows a constitutional monarchy, under which Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was also the monarch of Canada). The words ELIZABETH II are inscribed at the top, with the denomination 8 DOLLARS and the year of issue, 2013, at the bottom.
Reverse: A polar bear is depicted, with the coin's silver purity 9999 underneath. The country's name CANADA is inscribed on the upper part of the outer ring of the coin. Below, the names of the precious metal are listed in French (ARGENT PUR) and English (FINE SILVER), with the weight 1 1/2 OZ.
About the coin: This coin is minted from 0.999 fine silver and is one of the purest coins currently available, with a limited mintage.
