- Country:Canada
- Collection:Silver Commemorative $20
- Metal:Silver
- Year:2013
- Denomination:$20
- Finish:Complete
- Weight (oz):1.009
- Purity:0.9999
- Mintage:8492
- Product type:Coin
Combines Odawa legend with hologram technology!
The many bands that comprise the Algonquin people share a number of stories about the awe-inspiring northern lights-including a cultural hero known as Nanahboozho, who would often shape-shift into the Great Hare. One such Odawa legend says that after creating Turtle Island, Nanahboozho travelled north and built greatbonfires as a way to remind his people that he wasthinking of them.
We have crafted a gorgeous coloured hologram coin that celebrates the warmth of this historical legend. Given its uniqueness and beauty, your coin is sure to sellout quickly. Don't delay: order yours today!
Special features
¥ Your gorgeous fine silver coin features arare shaped hologram to depict the Northern Lights.
¥ Crafted in 99.99% pure silver: HST/GST exempt.
¥ Your coin includes a variety of finishes to highlight elements of Canada's northern landscape.
¥ Limited mintage of 8,500 coins.
Design
Designed by Canadian artist Nathalie Bertin, who is M tis, your stunningly beautiful coin displays the Odawa legend of Nanahboozho sitting by his fire that creates the northern lights. The colourful lights are highlighted with a uniquely shaped hologram that mimics their movement in the night sky. The reverse is also engraved with the word "CANADA," the date "2013" and the face value of "20 DOLLARS."