| Obverse description |
Head of Queen Elizabeth II, as at 77 years of age, bare headed, wearing necklace and earrings, facing right. Effigy is accompanied by special marking consisting of double dates `1952` and `2022,` separated by four pearls symbolizing the four effigies that have graced Canadian coins during the reign of Elizabeth II. |
| Obverse script |
Latin |
| Obverse lettering |
ELIZABETH II 20 DOLLARS DGREGINA 1952 ⁘ 2022 SB
(Translation: Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God.) |
| Reverse description |
This egg-shaped coin’s reverse features an original pysanka, with motifs rooted in tradition and enhanced with contemporary colours. Diamonds represent knowledge and the four corners of the earth, while nets denote the division of good from evil and right from wrong. The eight-pointed star motif – an ancient symbol of the sun and the return of spring – appears alongside stylized flowers, flanked by periwinkle (barvinok) leaves and vines; together, these symbols radiate hope and resilience while celebrating the relationship between the earth and the sun, and the cyclical nature of life. |
| Reverse script |
Latin |
| Reverse lettering |
CANADA * 2024 TM |
| Edge |
Interrupted serrations |
| Mint |
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| Mintage |
2024 - Proof - 8 500
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| Numisquare ID |
3479724220 |
| Comments |
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