2016 $20 Aircraft of the First World War – 1 oz Fine Silver Coin | Royal Canadian Mint

Description

Description:

Take flight through history with the 2016 $20 Aircraft of the First World War coin, a tribute to Canada’s pioneering role in early military aviation. Struck by the Royal Canadian Mint in 1 oz of .9999 fine silver, this collectible features a beautifully engraved and selectively coloured image of a Sopwith Triplane, one of the most iconic aircraft flown during World War I.

With detailed artistry and historical reverence, this coin is a must-have for aviation enthusiasts, military history collectors, and fans of early 20th-century innovation.

Design Highlights:

• Features a detailed, selectively coloured Sopwith Triplane in mid-flight

• Honors Canada’s involvement in the First World War and the early days of aerial combat

• Legal tender $20 coin issued by the Royal Canadian Mint

• Struck in .9999 pure silver with a proof finish

• Comes with display case and certificate of authenticity

• Limited mintage adds historical and collectible appeal

Specifications:

• Year: 2016

• Issuing Country: Canada

• Face Value: $20 CAD

• Metal: .9999 Fine Silver

• Weight: 1 oz (31.39 g)

• Diameter: ~38 mm

• Finish: Proof with selective colour

• Theme: Aircraft of the First World War

• Packaging: Royal Canadian Mint presentation case with COA

• Mintage: Limited (typically 7,500 or fewer)