2002 $20 D-10 Locomotive – Sterling Silver Hologram Coin

Description

Celebrate a pivotal chapter in Canada’s railway history with the 2002 $20 D-10 Locomotive Coin, a distinguished release from the Royal Canadian Mint’s Transportation on Land, Sea and Rail series. Struck in 92.5% sterling silver with a proof finish, this coin features a captivating holographic image of the Canadian Pacific Railway’s D-10 Locomotive No. 926, symbolizing the nation’s industrial advancement in the early 20th century.

Designed by artist Dan Fell, the reverse showcases the robust D-10 locomotive, renowned for its versatility and service from 1905 through World War II. The obverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Dora de Pédery-Hunt.

With a limited mintage of 35,944, this coin is a treasured collectible for numismatists and railway enthusiasts alike. Each coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded oval metal clamshell case, accompanied by a serialized certificate of authenticity.

Design Highlights:

• Reverse: Features a dynamic holographic image of the Canadian Pacific Railway’s D-10 Locomotive No. 926, capturing the essence of early Canadian railway innovation.

• Obverse: Displays the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Dora de Pédery-Hunt.

• Series: Part of the Transportation on Land, Sea and Rail series.

• Finish: Proof with hologram.

Specifications:

• Year: 2002

• Country: Canada

• Denomination: $20

• Metal Content: 92.5% sterling silver, 7.5% copper

• Weight: 31.103 grams (1 troy oz)

• Diameter: 38 mm

• Edge: Interrupted serrations

• Finish: Proof with hologram

• Packaging: RCM-branded oval metal clamshell case with serialized certificate of authenticity

• Tax Status: GST/HST Exempt (Canada)