Canada: 2017 $20 Nature’s Adornment: Niobium Dragonfly Silver Coin

Canada: 2017 $20 Nature’s Adornment: Niobium Dragonfly Silver Coin

Composition: 99% Silver

Finish: Proof

Mintage: 6000

Weight(grams): 31.39

Design: Handcrafted by jewellery artist Karen Hunter of Caledon, Ontario, a dragonfly-shaped niobium embellishment catches the eye with its blue and violet hues, which artfully mimic the dragonfly's iridescent appearance in the sunlight. The reverse design by Canadian artist Emily Damstra captures the beauty of a tranquil aquatic setting on a bright summer day. The dragonfly's graceful landing has set off gentle ripples in the mirror-like surface of the water, whose shine provides a beautiful backdrop for the frosted lily pad. This floating leaf is dotted with droplets of water that seem to glisten in the light, further adding to the life-like look and feel of the dragonfly's serene natural environment.

Packaging: The coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian clamshell case. It's protected by a custom box.