20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Snail
2016 year| Silver (.9999) (Snail made of Venetian glass) | 31.83 g | 40 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) (Snail made of Venetian glass) |
| Weight | 31.83 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#305097 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Color over engraving to recreate the leaves and branch of a mountain maple (Acer spicatum), upon which rests a snail made of a Venetian glass element that is handcrafted by master glassmaker Giuliano Donaggio of Murano, Italy.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20 DOLLARS 2016
CANADA
Designer: Maurice Gervais
Edge
Receded
Comment
Petites bêtes series: L'escargot, designed by Maurice Gervais, features a Murano glass snail handcrafted by Italian master glassmaker Giuliano Donaggio;
1- Snail
2- Apocyn beetle
3- Monarch caterpillar
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Elizabeth II (Snail) 2016 coin from Canada is that the snail depicted on the coin is actually made of Venetian glass. This unique feature adds an extra layer of beauty and craftsmanship to the coin, making it a truly special collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 8007 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Snail) 2016 coin.
