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20 Dollars - Elizabeth II In the Spirit of Sports
2015 year| Silver (.9999) | 31.39 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#73906 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Hologram showing athletes competing in some of the 51 different sports offered by the Games.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA TORONTO 2015
20 DOLLARS
Designer: Tony Bianco
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The TORONTO 2015 Games will be the largest international multi-sport event ever held in Canada. From July 10 to 26 and August 7 to 15, 2015, the City of Toronto and the Greater Golden Horseshoe will be abuzz with energy and excitement as they welcome athletes from 41 countries and territories, united under the theme of the Games motto: Let's Play United!The many maple leaves that adorn the design symbolize Canada's role as host of the TORONTO 2015 Games. In the central part, the silhouette of a maple leaf frames various athletes taking part in competitions. The piece is enhanced by a hologram, whose shimmering colors infuse the motif with an energy reminiscent of the spirit of the Games themselves.
Did you know?
- The first Pan-American Games were held in 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, while the first Parapan-American Games were held in 1999 in Mexico City.
- The Games are held every four years, the year before the Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games.
- They have been held in Canada twice in the past, in 1967 and 1999, both times in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
- The Royal Canadian Mint is proud to have designed and produced the splendid gold, silver and bronze medals that will be awarded to the athletes and para-athletes who win the competitions at the TORONTO 2015 Pan American and Parapan American Games.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in a burgundy double-shell case featuring the Royal Canadian Mint logo. The case comes with an illustrated protective box.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2015 Canadian $20 Elizabeth II (In the Spirit of Sports) silver coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases various sports and athletes in action, such as hockey, soccer, basketball, and more. This design was created by Canadian artist Jason Bouwman and was meant to celebrate the spirit of sports and the pursuit of excellence. The coin's obverse features the traditional portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, making it a unique blend of modern design and traditional royal imagery.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1779 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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