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    2013 $20 Fine Silver Coin - 300th Anniversary of Louisbourg

    Currency:CAD Category:Coins & Paper Money / World Coins - Canada Start Price:5.00 CAD Estimated At:NA
    2013 $20 Fine Silver Coin - 300th Anniversary of Louisbourg
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    Laying the foundation for a nation: The 300th Anniversary of Louisbourg

    This $20 coin is certified to be 99.99% pure silver with a diameter of 40 millimetres and a metal weight of 31.60 grams. The reverse image by Canadian artist John Horton commemorates the 300th anniversary of the settlement of Louisbourg, and the community that developed there.

    The reverse is engraved with the word 'CANADA,' the double date '1713 Louisbourg 2013,' and the face value of '20 DOLLARS.' The edge lettering on the side of the coin reads 'Louisbourg 300' and a repeating symbolic pattern of an anchor, fleur de lys, and maple leaf.

    The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

    Specifications:
    Item Number: 125259
    Face Value: 20 dollars
    Mintage: 8,500
    Composition: 99.99% fine Silver
    Weight (g): 31.60
    Diameter (mm): 40
    Edge: Plain with edge lettering
    Finish: Proof
    Certificate: Serialized

    Special Features:
    - Beautifully detailed scene honouring this historic Canadian landmark.
    - Large 40 mm silver coin with a unique edge lettering motif.
    - Low mintage of only 8,500 coins worldwide.
    - Perfect for collectors of Canadian history and silver.