2012 $20 FINE SILVER COIN HOLIDAY SNOWFLAKE WITH CRYSTAL
A wonder of similitude and uniqueness, the snowflake holds a special place in the hearts of all Canadians.
This fine silver coin is certified to be 99.99% pure silver with a diameter of 38 millimeters and a weight of 31.39 grams. The reverse image by Royal Canadian Mint engraver Konrad Wachelko presents in the finest detail a single large snowflake against the coin’s polished silver field. Each of the snowflake’s six delicate arms is rendered with unerring attention to the snowflake’s crystalline texture. The heart of the snowflake is embedded with a clear, six-sided Swarovski crystal element that recalls the snowflake’s beautiful symmetry. This reverse is engraved with the word 'CANADA' and the year '2012.' The obverse features the face value of '20 DOLLARS' as well as the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.
Special Features:
- This coin is the seventh in the Royal Canadian Mint’s highly popular fine silver but this time offers a Swarovski element Snowflake shaped crystal right in the middle of the coin design. This snowflake theme coin is always very popular and highly in demand.
- Royal Canadian Mint engraver Konrad Wachelko has captured the elusive beauty of one of nature’s most stunning winter phenomena, freezing it in time for collectors to enjoy all year round.
- An excellent addition to any fine silver, winter-themed, crystal-embedded, or Canadiana collection.
- A discerning gift to mark the holidays or any special occasion.
Product Specifications:
- Face Value: 20 dollar
- Mintage: 10,000
- Composition: 99.99% fine silver
- Weight (g): 31.39
- Diameter (mm): 38
- Edge: Serrated
- Finish: Proof
- Certificate: Serialized
- Artist: RCM engraver Konrad Wachelko
Packaging:
- Coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a black sleeve.
Advertising Date: September 25, 2012
Launch Date: October 2, 2012