Description
Canada: 2020 $5 Birthstones: October Fine Silver Coin
Design: The reverse design by artist Pandora Young is an intersection of art and mathematics, and features a stylized pattern arranged according to the base-six system. Inspired by the Celtic triskele, the engraved art incorporates three clear Swarovski® crystals into our birthstone celebration of those born in October (tourmaline), as represented by the gem-like Swarovski® crystal at the centre of the coin. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.
Mintage: 5000
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Finish: Reverse proof
Weight (g): 7.96
Diameter (mm): 27
Edge: serrated
Face value: $5
Artist: Pandora Young (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Packaging: Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box.