30 Dollars - Elizabeth II Maple Leaf Brooch Legacy
2020 year| Silver (.9999) (Rhodium-plated sterling silver) | 62.69 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 30 Dollars 30 CAD = USD 22 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) (Rhodium-plated sterling silver) |
| Weight | 62.69 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled (Natural white zircons) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304074 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A miniature reproduction of Her Majesty's Canadian maple leaf brooch made with Rhodium-plated sterling silver and natural white zircons.
The border by Canadian artist Jan Poynter features symbols representing the shared history of the United Kingdom and Canada.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
30 DOLLARS
2020
Designer: Jan Poynter
Edge
Reeded
Comment
A hundred white zircons sparkle on the miniature replica piece.One of the Queen's favorite pieces of personal jewelry returned to Canada when Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, visited us in 2011 and 2016. It was George VI who presented the brooch to Queen Elizabeth on the occasion of their historic visit in 1939. After Princess Elizabeth (1951) and the Duchess of Cornwall (2009), Catherine is the fourth generation to wear it.
Did you know that?
With its imposing 5 cm x 5.5 cm size, the Canadian maple leaf brooch highlights the leaf's distinctive beauty. Its sparkling baguette-cut diamonds are encrusted in a platinum setting. The brooch was crafted by the goldsmiths of the renowned Asprey company, whose long-standing relationship with the Royal Family dates back to the reign of Queen Victoria.
After her 1939 visit, the Queen continued to wear the brooch. She is even said to have worn it on her hat while touring bombed-out areas of Britain during the Second World War.
Since 2002, the brooch has belonged to Queen Elizabeth II, who has worn it at various Canadian events in her homeland. The jewel-encrusted maple leaf stood out on the sovereign's red dress during her last visit to Canada in 2010. It was also the brooch chosen by the Queen for her official portrait for the 150th anniversary of Confederation, in 2017.
Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, wore the Canadian maple leaf brooch on her two official visits to Canada. In 2011, accompanied by the Duke of Cambridge, she visited Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Ontario, Alberta and the Northwest Territories. In 2016, the royal couple visited British Columbia and Nunavut.
The Queen's personal jewels are not part of the Crown Jewels. They are stored in a secure location (a former air-raid shelter), 12 m below Buckingham Palace. The personal collection includes jewels acquired by the Queen during her reign or inherited by her. Some of her favorites were bequeathed to her by her grandmother, Queen Mary, and her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in a double-shell case featuring the Royal Canadian Mint logo. The case comes with a black protective box.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Elizabeth II (Maple Leaf Brooch Legacy) 2020 coin is that it features a unique rhodium-plating technique that gives the silver coin a distinctive shimmer and durability. The rhodium plating not only enhances the coin's appearance but also adds an extra layer of protection against tarnishing, ensuring that the coin remains in excellent condition for years to come.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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