© Münzen auf Münze
© Münzen auf Münze
20 Dollars In the name of George V; In Flanders Fields
2015 year| Silver (.9999) | 31.39 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| Value | 20 Dollars 20 CAD = USD 15 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 31.39 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Traditionally engraved scene that evokes the opening lines of John McCrae’s World War I poem, In Flanders Fields. Features a soldier bowing his head in front of rows of crosses, around which poppies are growing.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
In Flanders Fields CANADA Au champs d'honneur
1915 2015
Engraver: Laurie McGaw
Designer: Laurie McGaw
Edge
Serrated
Comment
Read John McRae's poem here.Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the writing of the famous poem "In Flanders Fields" by John McCrae, a Canadian soldier and physician who served in World War I. The poem is known for its powerful imagery and its message of remembrance and hope, and it has become a symbol of the sacrifices made by soldiers in the war. The coin's design features a poppy, which is a symbol of remembrance and hope, and the words "In Flanders Fields" are inscribed on the coin's reverse.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 5367 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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