20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Superman Annual #1 (2012)) 2014 front

20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Superman Annual #1 (2012)) 2014 back

20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Superman Annual #1 (2012)) 2014 photo

20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Superman Annual #

2014 year


Silver (.9999)	31.39 g	38 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)
Weight	31.39 g
Diameter	38 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled, Coloured
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-04

References

Numista	N#370213
Rarity index	95%

Reverse

Superman breaking thru ice.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CANADA
20 DOLLARS 2014
© DC
TM/MC

Designer: DC Comics

Edge

Serrated

Comment

In a design inspired by the cover of Superman Annual #1, the Man of Steel appears in all his glory.
Published in 2012, Superman Annual #1 is the first annual Man of Steel issue in the New 52 universe, which relaunched DC Comics titles in 2011 with revamped storylines. As the caption of Superman Annual #1 hints, the Man of Steel faces alien extinction with the return of Helspont, a Daemonite who sees humanity as the key to his people's genetic salvation. Despite Superman's confident attitude on the cover - and on the reverse side of the coin - he and the heroes of Earth are taking a beating. Helspont teaches Superman a lesson after subduing him, saying he wants to spare him because he sees him as the defender of his "investment". His final sarcasm about his father, Jor-El, makes Superman reflect on his role and this new threat to humanity: "Everything I've accomplished, every life I've saved, what good is it all if someone far more powerful than me can come along and wipe out all my efforts?"

Did you know?
- The romantic relationship between Clark Kent and Lois Lane is absent from this universe. Lois doesn't even work with Clark at the Daily Planet anymore! After Galaxy Communications bought the paper, Lois works in the television division.
- The "Protector of the People" story features several DC Comics superheroes, including Martian Manhunter, Grifter, Starfire and Hawkman.
- Kryptonian armor replaces Superman's costume - gone are the red jerseys, and the previously yellow belt is now red.

The adventures of Clark Kent, Superman's true identity, have captivated millions of readers and movie fans since 1938. Near Smallville, Kansas, Jonathan and Martha Kent find a baby from outer space, rescued from the destruction of Krypton, its home planet. The couple raise the child as their own, instilling in him profound values and convictions that will lead him to use his superhuman powers for good. As an adult, Clark passes for an affable journalist in the big city of Metropolis, but as Superman, his battles against the worst villains make him a powerful symbol of bravery, strength and justice.

Packaging
The piece is encapsulated and presented in a deluxe illustrated box. Automatically translated

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Dans un motif inspiré de la couverture de Superman Annual #1, l'Homme d'acier apparaît dans toute sa splendeur.
Publié en 2012, Superman Annual #1 est le premier numéro annuel de l'Homme d'acier de l'univers New 52, qui a relancé les titres de DC Comics en 2011 avec des scénarios remaniés. Comme la légende de Superman Annual #1 le laisse entrevoir, l'Hommed'acier est confronté à une extinction extraterrestre avec le retour de Helspont, un Daemonite qui voit en l'humanité la clé du salut génétique de son peuple. Malgré l'attitude confiante de Superman sur la couverture– et au revers de la pièce – lui et les héros de la Terre encaissent les coups. Helspont inflige une leçon à Superman après l'avoir maîtrisé, disant vouloirl'épargner, car il le considère comme le défenseur de son « investissement ». Son sarcasme final au sujet de son père,Jor‑El, fait réfléchir Superman sur son rôle et cette nouvelle menace pour l'humanité :« Tout ce que j'ai accompli, chaque vie que j'ai sauvée, à quoi tout cela sert-il si quelqu'un de beaucoup plus puissant que moi peut venir anéantir tous mes efforts? »

Le saviez-vous?
• La relation romantique entre Clark Kent et Lois Lane est absente de cet univers. Lois ne travaille même plus avec Clark au Daily Planet! Après que Galaxy Communications eut acheté le journal, Lois travaille à la division de la télévision.
• L'histoire intitulée « Protector of the People » présente plusieurs superhéros de DC Comics, dont Martian Manhunter, Grifter, Starfire et Hawkman.
• L'armure en kryptonienne remplacele costume de Superman – disparus les maillots rouges, et la ceinture, auparavant jaune, estmaintenant rouge.

Les aventures de Clark Kent, véritable identité de Superman, captivent des millions de lecteurs et d'amateurs de cinéma depuis 1938. Près de Smallville, au Kansas, Jonathan et Martha Kent trouvent un bébé venu de l'espace, sauvé de la destruction de Krypton, sa planète d'origine. Le couple élève l'enfant comme son propre fils et lui transmet des valeurs et des convictions profondesqui l'amèneront à utiliser ses pouvoirs surhumains au service du bien. Adulte, Clark passe pour un journaliste affable dans lagrande ville de Metropolis, mais en Superman, ses luttes contre les pires méchants font de lui un symbole puissant de bravoure, de force et dejustice.

Emballage
La pièceest encapsulée et présentée dans un boîtier illustré de luxe.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases Superman's iconic red and blue costume, complete with a yellow "S" symbol on his chest. This design was created specifically for this coin and is not found on any other Canadian currency.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
2014	9999	-	-	-	-	-	-

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