Canada 20 Dollars Silver Coin 2016 Venetian Glass Angel
The tranquil winter scene on this coloured coin is infinitely more enticing with its one-of-a-kind Venetian glass angel. These wonderful spiritual beings exist in numerous cultures and religions around the world. They embody humanity's greatest aspirations of hope, purity and goodness, and will bring peace, comfort and joy to anyone who admires this heartwarming holiday keepsake.
Obverse: Susanna Blunt’s design of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Reverse: Designed by Canadian artist Julius Csotonyi, your coin features a magnificently detailed winter scene. In a small town nestled among the mountains and snow-covered evergreens, hearts and hearths are warmed by a festive feeling; while residents come together indoors to celebrate, others yet settle into their warm beds for a restful sleep. In the starry night sky above, the town's amber lights cast a glow as beautifully engraved crystalline snowflakes gently fall to the ground. In the centre of the reverse lies the focus of the design: a stunning glass angel flying high on large white wings, resplendent with a vibrantly coloured blue robe and golden halo. Watching over the sleepy town, this angel presence infuses the scene with a peaceful, tranquil feeling that stirs the imagination with its message of peace, comfort and joy.
Mintage: 10000.
Composition: 99.99% pure silver.
Finish: proof with Murano glass.
Weight: 31.39 g.
Diameter: 38 mm.
Edge: serrated.
Face value: 20 Canadian Dollars.
Artist: Julius Csotonyi (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse).
Manufacturer: Royal Canadian Mint.
A perfect holiday gift for that special someone!
Special features:
- Every angel is handcrafted by Italian glassmakers, making it unique to each coin!
- The detailed design features expert engraving that is enhanced by the application of colour, resulting in a stirring portrait of a festive town on a magical, wintry night.
- The addition of a three-dimensional, glass depiction of an angel inspires the viewer to believe in the spirit of the angel through its message of peace.
- Created by master glassmakers in Murano, Italy, Venetian glass is highly prized for its clear, bright colours.
