Canada 20 Dollars Silver Coin 2015 The Canadian Maple Leaf
A one-of-a-kind, maple leaf-shaped coin!
Celebrate Canada's pride with our first, one-of-a-kind, maple leaf-shaped coin! Few icons are as inextricably linked to Canada as the mighty maple leaf. A proud national emblem that is evocative of Canada's natural beauty, it has inspired artists; graced the uniforms of soldiers pursuing peace; and given hope to new Canadians looking for opportunities. It continues to evoke a sense of national identity among the millions who call Canada home.
About the Design: This coin recreates the familiar shape of a maple leaf—specifically that of the silver maple (Acer saccharinum) species. Here, the coin's unique shape accentuates the palmate leaf's beautifully serrated edges. An intricate series of deep veins are rendered with finely detailed engraving, as they run through each of the leaf's five pointed, tapering lobes. Different finishes bring added dimension to the design, enhancing the engraving and lending the leaf a bright natural appearance.
Mintage: 15000.
Composition99.99% pure silver.
Finish: proof.
Weight: 31.5 g.
Diameter: 38 mm.
Edge: plain.
Face value: 20 Canadian Dollars.
Artist: Susanna Blunt (obverse).
Manufacturer: Royal Canadian Mint.
Packaging: This coin is presented in a special wooden case complete with a viewing window in the lid, allowing for this symbol of Canadian pride to be displayed and viewed anytime.
Special features:
- A WORLD FIRST! This fine silver coin is uniquely shaped as a beautiful maple leaf, an impressive achievement in minting.
- LEAF-SHAPED DISPLAY CASE WITH UNIQUE VIEWING WINDOW! This coin is presented in a special wooden case complete with a viewing window in the lid, allowing for this symbol of Canadian pride to be displayed and viewed anytime.
- When making coins, a coin die (one of the two metal pieces that are used to strike the coin) contains an inverse version of the image to be struck on the coin. The dies used here necessitated an exacting minting process, including the use of specialized equipment created by Mint engineers to shape the dies..
- Exemplifies our continuing spirit of innovation, along with the remarkable craftsmanship and artistry for which it is internationally renowned.
- A stunning, one-of-a-kind addition to your collection.
