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20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Platinum wedding
2017 yearSilver (.9999) | 31.39 g | 38 mm |
Issuer | Canada |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2017 |
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#373756 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Royal Monogram (EP) and St. Edward's Crown; on either side are decorative scrolls that rise to form a diadem, with a maple leaf in the foreground as a tribute to the Canadian Crown. The ribbon's vivid blue provides a colorful backdrop for the two engraved dates, "1947" and "2017", which mark this royal platinum wedding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EP
1947-2017
20 DOLLARS
CANADA
Designer: Derek Wicks
Edge
Serrated
Comment
On November 20, 2017, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, celebrate an extraordinary milestone: the 70th anniversary of their union. This commemorative coin catches the eye with its decorative scrolls and colorful elements. Following the tradition of the platinum gift, our tribute features a special, meaningful feature: a sparkling border inspired by Her Majesty's platinum bracelet, which was presented to her by His Royal Highness on their wedding day.Created by Canadian artist Derek Wicks, the motif on the reverse artfully combines symbolic elements to express Canada's best wishes to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada, and His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, on the occasion of their 70th wedding anniversary. The sumptuous coloring accentuates the detailed engraving of the Royal Cypher (RC) and St. Edward's Crown; on either side are decorative scrolls that rise to form a diadem, with a maple leaf in the foreground as a tribute to the Canadian Crown. The bright blue of the ribbon provides a colorful backdrop for the two engraved dates, "1947" and "2017", which mark this royal platinum wedding. Appropriately, the geometric design surrounding the motif is inspired by the platinum bracelet presented to Her Majesty by Her Royal Highness on their wedding day, November 20, 1947. This artistic representation of the royal jewel is enhanced by luster-effect coloring technology, evoking the sparkling beauty of diamonds and adding a rich sparkle to our numismatic celebration.
Featuring a stunning geometric pattern, the magnificent bracelet has been worn by Her Majesty on many occasions since 1947. The platinum bracelet features three brilliant-cut diamonds from a tiara that belonged to Her Royal Highness's mother, Princess Alice deBattenberg. Interestingly, Her Royal Highness actively participated in the design of the bracelet, which undoubtedly adds to the sentimental value of this sparkling piece of jewelry.
Did you know that?
Her Majesty and His Royal Highness are the first members of the Royal Family to reach this milestone anniversary.
The Royal Wedding took place on November 20, 1947 at Westminster Abbey, where Her Majesty's Coronation was also held on June 2, 1953.
Two thousand guests attended the wedding, and 200 million listeners followed the ceremony on radio around the globe.
The royal couple received over 2,500 wedding gifts, including a set of Georgian-era silverware from the Government of Canada.
Her Majesty wore the famous bracelet for the official Diamond Jubilee portrait in 2012. The jewel was also lent to Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge, who wore it to her first state banquet in 2015.
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 Canadian Platinum Wedding Anniversary $20 coin is that it features a unique double-effigy design, with both a traditional portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a cameo portrait of the Queen and Prince Philip on the other side, symbolizing their 70 years of marriage.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2017 | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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