20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Baby Beaver
2014 year| Silver (.9999) (Painted) | 31.39 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2014 |
| Value | 20 Dollars 20 CAD = USD 15 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) (Painted) |
| Weight | 31.39 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#236931 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Designed by Canadian artist Glen Loatesthe coin depicts an industrious young beaver and its mother amidst the grasses and leaves along the riverbank. Here, the kit is shown in three-quarter profile (facing left) as it stands poised at the river's edge, its flat tail partially submerged with ripples surrounding it showing ever so slight movement. The beaver's equally famous teeth are on full display as the kit gnaws on a small branch. Its brown-coloured fur stands in contrast to the bright green-coloured leaves of a balsam poplar tree (Populus balsamifera) – a favourite species for beavers – which is gripped by the kit's mother in the background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
20 DOLLARS
2014
Designer: Glen Loates
Edge
Serrated
Comment
The coin and stamp set is available from Canada Post.No other animal has had a greater impact on Canadian history than the beaver. This iconic mammal, once highly sought-after for its fur, still populates lakes, rivers and ponds across Canada today, where it lives in a "close-knit" family.
Did you know that?
- Both parents play an active role in raising their young.
- The beaver is a social animal that communicates vocally: the young whimper to attract their parents' attention when feeding and playing.
- Beavers need to smooth their coats every day to keep them waterproof, and they won't hesitate to smooth the fur of a loved one, which strengthens family bonds.
- Its knife-sharp incisors are constantly growing... and never dull. From an early age, beavers sharpen their teeth by gnawing wood.
- Beavers are jealous protectors of their territory, and don't particularly like uninvited guests. So they build "scent mounds" all around their territory, using mud to which they mix their oil, to keep out any beaver that isn't a member of their family.
Special features
- This is the first issue of the Royal Canadian Mint's new series on the little ones of the animal world.
- Applied with artistic care, the colors focus on the young beaver.
- A delightful addition to any collection devoted to Canadian heritage or nature.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in a burgundy double-shell case adorned with the Royal Canadian Mint logo. The case comes with a black protective box.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Baby Beaver silver coin is that it features a unique painted design, showcasing a baby beaver perched on a branch, surrounded by leaves and branches. The coin's design is not only visually striking but also symbolizes the importance of conservation and wildlife preservation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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