2017 Canada $20 Nocturnal by Nature - The Little Brown Bat Silver (No Tax)

2017 Canada $20 Nocturnal by Nature - The Little Brown Bat Fine Silver (TAX Exempt)

From the edge of the Arctic tundra to the Great Lakes, the little brown bat (Myotis lucifugus) owns the night by using echolocation to locate its insect prey. Our Nocturnal by Nature series continues its exploration of a nocturnal Canada, using selective black rhodium plating to set the tone for a night-time encounter with the diminutive flying mammal.

Specifications:
Item Number: 161270
Composition: 99.99% pure Silver
Mintage: 7,000
Weight (g): 31.39
Diameter (mm): 38
Face Value: $20
Finish: Matte Proof
Edge: Serrated

Special Features:
- Second coin in a series featuring surprise encounters with some of Canada's nocturnal wildlife.
- Selective black rhodium plating sets the tone for the night scene on the reverse, where moonlight suddenly reveals the bat's shadowy presence.
- Represents a unique twist on traditional wildlife portraits, thanks to outstanding mix of engraving, selective plating and finishes that skillfully enhance each and every element.
- Surrounded by rhodium plating, the coin's surface mimics the effect of natural light - whether it's the intense shine of a full moon, or moonlight spilling across the back of the matte silhouette!