2022 COUGAR VS BEAR, 2nd Issue in “Apex Predators” Series; 5 Ounce Silver Proof Coin; $10 Niue

Description

Metal                    Silver

Purity                   0.999

Weight                 155,5 g (5 Troy oz)

Diameter              65 mm

Attributes             Proof, Selective Gold Gilding

Mintage                500

Packaging            Wooden Box and CoA

In most cases, apex predators are the most dominant animal within their habitat. Also known as the alpha predator, they are at the top of the food chain. There are apex predators all over the world on land and in the oceans. Apex predators do not have any natural predators.

On the obverse side is featured the right-facing profile of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Inscriptions include the country of issue, year of issue, face value, size and purity. On the reverse, a fierce battle is depicted between a cougar and bear. Below and above them are images of tree leaves. The background is gold gilded.