{"product_id":"2013-20-fine-silver-coin-maple-leaf-impression","title":"2013 1oz $20 - MAPLE LEAF IMPRESSION - FINE SILVER COIN","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e2013 Maple Leaf Impression with enamel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eValour, perseverance, diversity: the maple leaf is a powerful symbol of Canadian identity and values. Internationally recognized, the maple leaf has been a Canadian emblem for almost three hundred years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThis coin showcases the iconic symbol of Canada; the maple leaf. Larger than the previously released Maple Leaf Impression, this beautiful 1 ounce coin also features a sunken central leaf that has been filled with bright red enamel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThe reverse image was created by Royal Canadian Mint engraver José Osio, and features the impression of a red maple leaf amongst much smaller maple leafs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e The central leaf is struck down into the coin and filled with beautiful translucent red enamel that allows light to reflect off the facets inside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e A select addition to any coin collection that celebrates not only the robust Canadian spirit, but also the exceptional craftsmanship offered by the Royal Canadian Mint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e Over 100 maple leafs are captured within this coin!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e This fine silver coin highlights the beauty and variety of the iconic maple leaf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e Intricate and elegant design is finely engraved and meticulously presented in a beautiful Proof finish (frosted raised elements on mirror background); a testament to the exceptional talents of the designer and unparalleled RCM craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eFace Value:20 dollars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eMintage:10,000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eComposition:99.99% pure silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eWeight (g):31.39\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eDiameter (mm):38\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eEdge:Proof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eFinish:Serrated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eSerialized\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eArtist:RCM engraver José Osio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThe coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint branded maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a black sleeve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eFinished Size: 67 mm x 67 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eAdvertising Date: July 3, 2013\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eLaunch Date: July 9, 2013\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eComplete Certificate Text:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eEmblem of a Nation’s Spirit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eFrom backpackers in Berlin to peacekeepers in Pakistan, Canadians are immediately identifiable by a singular image they faithfully sport on pins, badges, and appliqués: the red maple leaf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThis lyrical cipher has symbolized Canada and Canadians for nearly three hundred years. Historians generally recognize the adoption of the maple leaf by Quebec’s Société Saint-Jean-Baptiste in Montréal in 1836 as the first official use of the symbol to represent an element of Canadian culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThe symbol was soon popularized in print, song, and in the small markers—such as lapel pins—with which Canadian residents of various origins honoured their homelands. The English had their roses, the Scots their thistle, the Irish their shamrocks, and the French their fleur-de-lis—and native-born Canadians quickly chose the prosaic maple leaf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThe idea of including the maple leaf on Canada’s national flag took root with Lester B. Pearson in World War I, when he noted that every Canadian battalion had included some form of the maple leaf in its insignia. Fifty years later, in 1965, under his leadership as prime minister, Canada’s famous red-and-white maple leaf flag was born.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eIn addition to the maple leaf’s presence on various provincial flags and coats of arms, the country’s coinage has featured maple leaves, wreaths, and boughs in various forms for most of Canada’s history. In fact, the maple leaf was present on all Canadian coins from 1876 to 1901, and on Canadian pennies until 2012. mint.ca\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"West Edmonton Coin \u0026 Stamp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51175946879108,"sku":"127062","price":194.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/3447\/8468\/files\/Maple_Leaf_Impression_Reverse__48258.1372292634.1280.1280.jpg?v=1759516413","url":"https:\/\/www.westedmontoncoinandstamp.com\/products\/2013-20-fine-silver-coin-maple-leaf-impression","provider":"West Edmonton Coin \u0026 Stamp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}