2017 $20 Canadian Honours: Sacrifice Medal

Description

The 2017 $20 Sacrifice Medal coin honours members of the Canadian Armed Forces who fought at Vimy Ridge in 1917. Struck in 31.83 g (1.023 troy oz) of 99.99% pure silver with selective colour accents, this coin faithfully reproduces the Sacrifice Medal, highlighting its solemn symbolism and significance. Limited to 5,500 coins, it is a meaningful tribute to the courage and sacrifice of those who served Canada. GST/HST exempt.

Special Features

• First coin in the Canadian Honours series, celebrating Canada’s highest military recognitions

• Faithful reproduction of the Sacrifice Medal, including selective colour on the ribbon

• Engraved double date “1917–2017” marking the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge

• Proof finish with meticulous engraving and coloured detailing

• Low mintage and serialized certificate of authenticity

• GST/HST exempt

Design

The reverse design faithfully replicates the Sacrifice Medal, including the cloaked statue “Canada” from the Canadian National Vimy Memorial. The downcast figure symbolizes national sorrow and mourning, while the ribbon’s black central stripe represents grief, red stripes the blood shed, and white stripes hope for peace. The partial view of the medal’s suspension bar is ornamented with the Royal Crown, reflecting Canada’s Head of State. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

Packaging

The coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint maroon clamshell with a black beauty box, accompanied by a serialized certificate of authenticity.

Specifications

• Year: 2017

• Face Value: $20

• Composition: 99.99% pure silver

• Weight: 31.83 g

• Bullion Weight: 1.023 troy oz

• Diameter: 40 mm

• Edge: Serrated

• Finish: Proof with selective colour

• Series: Canadian Honours (Coin #1 of 4)

• Artist (Obverse): Susanna Blunt

• Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II

• Theme: Canada’s Military

Why Collect This Coin?

The Sacrifice Medal coin is a poignant tribute to Canada’s military heritage and the valour of those who served at Vimy Ridge. Its low mintage, coloured detailing, and faithful medal reproduction make it a must-have for collectors of Canadian military history, commemorative silver coins, and honours-themed numismatics.