{"product_id":"2008-20-fine-silver-coin-holiday-carols","title":"2008 1oz $20 - HOLIDAY CAROLS - FINE SILVER COIN","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2008\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20.00\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"clear: both;\"\u003eSinging and the Holidays go hand in hand. It's a natural impulse to express one's joy in song; one that predates Christianity when people used to dance and chant in a circle. Etymologists today speculate that the earliest meaning of \"carol\" actually suggests \"circle\" rather than \"song.\" The word \"carol\" began to refer strictly to nativity songs when singing became a regular part of formal church services during the 13th century. The charitable aspects of carolling evolved from beggars who sang in the streets hoping their songs would please passers-by and earn them a gift of food or money.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The custom of carolling from house to house is believed to have been inspired by the watchmen of historic Europe; they too would sing as they walked the streets of their walled cities. No doubt, hearing voices in song is a treat for the listener; but it's also a delight for the singer. Just watch the smiling faces the next time you see people carolling around a Christmas tree.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Face Value: 20 dollars\u003cbr\u003e Mintage: 10,000\u003cbr\u003e Composition: 99.99% pure silver\u003cbr\u003e Weight (g): 31.39\u003cbr\u003e Diameter (mm): 38\u003cbr\u003e Edge: Serrated\u003cbr\u003e Finish: Proof\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 99.99% pure silver coin. Magnificent design with traditional engraving. Second coin in this annual holiday series!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Coin encapsulated and presented in a maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a black sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"West Edmonton Coin \u0026 Stamp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51175926825092,"sku":"102352","price":194.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/3447\/8468\/files\/08_20_Fine_Silver_Holiday_Carols_Reverse_low_res__26904.1370132624.1280.1280.jpg?v=1759515305","url":"https:\/\/www.westedmontoncoinandstamp.com\/products\/2008-20-fine-silver-coin-holiday-carols","provider":"West Edmonton Coin \u0026 Stamp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}