20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Baby Porcupine
2016 year| Silver (.9999) | 31.39 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 20 Dollars 20 CAD = USD 15 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 31.39 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#175783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
The reverse design by Canadian artist Trevor Tennant depicts a young porcupine (porcupette) in one of Canada's many forests. Selective colour enhances the detailed engraving and brings this side-view image to life, recreating the porcupette's dense black coat intermingled with long guard hairs and white-tinged quills. While the mother in the engraved background has turned a curious eye toward the viewer, the dark-coloured porcupette seems unconcerned with our intrusion; its attention is innocently focused on the pink clover and green leaves that have sprung up from the forest floor at the foot of a tree. Gripping the wildflower in its forepaw, the porcupette brings it to its mouth to enjoy a small feast as part of the transition to its herbaceous diet.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20 DOLLARS
2016
CANADA
Designer: Trevor Tennant
Edge
Smooth with lettering on edge
Interesting fact
The Baby Porcupine coin is a unique and interesting collector's item, as it features a rare and adorable animal that is not typically seen on currency. The coin's design, which showcases a baby porcupine curled up on a branch, was created by Canadian artist Glen Loates and is considered a rare and valuable addition to any collection. Additionally, the coin is made of 99.99% pure silver, which adds to its value and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 6961 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Baby Porcupine) 2016 coin.
