2017 Canada $20 Under the Sea - Seahorse Fine Silver Coin

2017 Canada $20 Seahorse - Under The Sea Fine Silver Coin 154338

The sea has its secrets, for beneath the ocean waves lies a hidden realm filled with enchantment and wonders of all shapes and sizes! This colourful underwater paradise is home to awe-inspiring creatures such as the diminutive seahorse (Hippocampus), whose unique appearance is artfully showcased in the first of a three-coin series that combines colour, engraving and beautifully sculpted glass elements.

Specifications:
Item Number: 154338
Composition: 99.99% pure Silver
Mintage: 7,500
Weight (g): 31.39
Diameter (mm): 38
Face Value: $20
Finish: Proof
Edge: Serrated

Special Features:
- FIRST of three 99.99% pure silver coins in an exquisite NEW series called "Under the Sea" featuring some of the marvels found in Canadian waters!
- An RCM FIRST: Mosaic murrini! The seahorse-shaped glass element is the result of a laborious handcrafted process in which different colours of glass rods (stringers) are layered and fused together to form a colourful mosaic that reveals the final image when sliced.
- The handcrafted nature of both the murrini element and its glass enclosure make each coin unique.
- Despite its delicate appearance, the glass embellishment is sculpted from borosilicate glass, which is highly resilient yet lightweight.

Packaging:
Maroon clamshell with black beauty box

Please note: This product is no longer tax exempt due to modifications to the coin, including (but not limited to):
• Embellishments such as sculptures or moving parts
• Crystals, gemstones or diamonds embedded into the coin
• Sculptures and/or other moving parts
Please see The Royal Canadian Mint's FAQ for more details.