2011 Canada $20 1 oz .9999 Silver Bigleaf Maple Crystal Raindrop - Gem in OGP
$64.95
$89.00
This pure silver coin is enhanced with two special effects— a coloured design and a Swarovski element that delivers a gorgeous crystalline effect that has made these $20 Fine Silver Coins popular among collectors.
Highlights: This pure silver coin is enhanced with two special effects—a coloured design and MADE WITH SWAROVSKI® ELEMENTS that delivers agorgeous crystalline effect that has made these $20Fine Silver Coins popular among collectors.
Coin design: The leaves and flowers of the Bigleaf Maple with a Swarovski element hanging from the tip of oneleaf to convey the humidity that drips from the lush forest where this majestic tree grows.
Packaging: Coin is encapsulated and presented in a maroon clamshell case lined with flock and protected by a black sleeve.
Maple leaves lush and green. The Pacific Coast is home to one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing maple species.Its name, Bigleaf Maple (Acer macrophyllum Pursh) is most appropriate; its massive,five-lobed leaves can measure a full 30 cm (1 ft) across—and when these lush greenspecimens are joined by epiphytic moss and ferns growing on the branches, this tree’smajestic silhouette becomes irresistibly enchanting.
First Nations people have long cherished the Bigleaf Maple for its close-grainedhardwood, savoury sap and sweet flowers. These tiny yellow-green blossomsappearon the tree’s twig-ends in early spring and are relished by deer and other animals. Soonafter, the flowers turn to fruit—winged seeds that are known as samaras.