20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Majestic Maple Leaves

Reverse

Colored maple leaves, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CANADA
2014
PL
20 DOLLARS

Designer: Pierre Leduc

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The maple leaf is an eloquent national symbol that, with its singular, elegant shape, captures what Canada is all about: the winter that gives the country and its people an international reputation, the dazzling autumn colors that have delighted the hearts of artists for centuries, and the land of opportunity to build a new life and enjoy the prosperity that free enterprise promises.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

La feuille d'érable est un symbole national éloquent qui, de par sa forme singulière et élégante, traduit bien ce qu’est le Canada : son hiver qui donne au pays et à ses habitants une réputation internationale, ses couleurs d’automne éblouissantes qui ravissent le coeur des artistes depuis des siècles et sa terre d’avenir où l’on peut construire une vie nouvelle et connaître la prospérité que promet la libre entreprise.

Interesting fact

The 2014 Canadian $20 Majestic Maple Leaves silver coin features a unique radial pattern that adds an extra layer of security and authenticity to the coin. The pattern is created by precisely machining the coin's surface with a repeating pattern of tiny maple leaves, which gives the coin a distinctive shimmer and texture. This feature is difficult to replicate, making it difficult for counterfeiters to produce fake coins. Additionally, the coin's high silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.

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