1 oz 2014 Venetian Glass Snowman Silver Coin | Royal Canadian Mint
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COIN HIGHLIGHTS
- Ships individually in protective packaging
- Consisting of 1 oz of 9999 Fine Silver
- Obverse: Features an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
- Reverse: Features a unique coloured snowman
When winter comes to Canada we turn to the warmth of festive traditions. This beautiful coin celebrates the snowman, the iconic symbol of winter fun. The snowman has long been a favourite winter pastime in the snow laden north. The scene depicts, not only the snowman, but also skating, hot chocolate and newly fallen snow on a cabin in the woods. All of these practices are gentle reminders of the happy times that are part of life, even in the harshest of climates. The link to happy childhood times and festive celebrations is a gentle reminder of Christmas past's happy memories.
The obverse features the Susanna Blunt effigy of Queen Elizabeth II and the words "Elizabeth II D.G Regina" and the artist's initials.
The reverse centres on a unique coloured snowman hand made with Venetian glass by master glass makers Vio col vetro in Murano Italy. Each snowman is unique and depicts all the hallmarks of the iconic snowman, the carrot nose, the red buttons, black top hat and coal or button eyes and smile. To the left of the snowman is a coloured, decorated Christmas tree with garland, lights and multi-coloured ornaments. A pair of skates sits at the base of the tree, reminiscent of the joys of Christmas presents. A gently curving ice path with skating marks shows a happy past time at its simplest. Across the path a snow laden cabin and the gentle glow of firelight can be seen through it's lightly frosted window. At the bottom of the scene a partly snow-covered bench can be seen with a red cup of hot chocolate, one of the best things to warm up with after adventures in the cold. The whole scene looks uphill toward the night's sky with snow covered trees, and a gentle snowfall. A peaceful, silent night. The words "Canada 2014 20 Dollars" and a snowflake complete the scene.
ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT
The Royal Canadian Mint is known as one of the most reputable mints in the world. The Ottawa Branch of the Royal Mint opened in 1908 and was renamed The Royal Canadian Mint in 1931 when control was transferred to the Canadian government. Their high standards for excellence and quality allowed them to be the first refinery to manufacture 9999 fine gold bullion coins in 1982, as well as the first to reach 99999 fine gold purity in 1998.
