20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Respect) 2014 front 20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Respect) 2014 back
20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Respect) 2014 photo
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20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Respect

2014 year
Silver (.9999) (Selective gold plating) 31.83 g 40 mm
Description
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) (Selective gold plating)
Weight
31.83 g
Diameter
40 mm
Thickness
2.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#356866
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Your coin was designed by Métis artist Nathalie Bertin who creates a powerful image of a great, benevolent buffalo with an abstract figure lying on the buffalo's back in a position of comfort and security; the eagle feather in the figure's hand is an important ceremonial object often given as a sign of respect. The background pattern of sage leaves reinforces the buffalo's teachings.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CANADA
20 DOLLARS
NB

Engravers: A. Tirabasso, Eric Boyer

Designer: Nathalie Berlin

Edge

Serrated

Comment

Serie of 7 coins (RCM/MRC#133035).

Your life rides on the buffalo's back. Aboriginal people have understood this relationship since time immemorial, and have long respected the buffalo for the food, clothing and tools it provided. The fact that this great beast gave every part of its being to sustain them made the buffalo's life greater than theirs, not less. Buffalo could thrive without the people, but the people could not live without the buffalo, and they were humbled by the profound respect it showed them year after year.

Respect is a cornerstone of Aboriginal life. It means living with dignity and a reverence for the land and all living things. From respect flow kindness and a willingness to share;only taking what is necessary; not wasting; and giving away that which is no longer needed.

Respect is one of the lessons in the Seven Sacred Teachings practiced by Aboriginal people throughout North America for a full and happy life. While variations of these teachings do exist across the continent, this diversity only enriches them and underscores the universality of their wisdom.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2014 Canadian $20 Elizabeth II (Respect) silver coin with selective gold plating is that it features a unique reverse design that was created by Canadian artist Susanna Blunt. The design depicts a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a pattern of leaves and flowers that are meant to symbolize the Queen's respect for the natural world. The use of selective gold plating on the coin adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it a truly special piece for collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2014  5404 - - - - - -

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