2018 $20 The 1908 Sovereign – 110th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Mint – 1 oz Pure Silver Gold-Plated Coin

Description

Description:
Celebrate a landmark moment in Canadian minting with the 2018 $20 The 1908 Sovereign coin. Struck in 99.99% pure silver and fully gold-plated, this collector’s coin pays tribute to the first gold sovereign ever minted in Canada—struck in 1908 at the Ottawa branch of the British Royal Mint.

The reverse features Benedetto Pistrucci’s classic depiction of Saint George slaying the dragon, identical to the original sovereign design and enhanced with a “C” mint mark to signify its Canadian origin. The obverse bears the effigy of King Edward VII by George W. DeSaulles, accompanied by the original Latin legend used in the early 20th century.

This coin marks the 110th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Mint and has a limited mintage of just 5,000 pieces worldwide.

Design Highlights:

• Reverse: Pistrucci’s Saint George and the Dragon with a 2018 date and “C” mint mark

• Obverse: King Edward VII effigy with historic Latin legend

• Fully gold-plated to replicate the original gold coin’s appearance

• Classic proof finish for maximum detail and brilliance

• Historical tribute with modern craftsmanship

Specifications:

• Year: 2018

• Denomination: $20

• Composition: 99.99% pure silver with full gold plating

• Weight: 31.39 grams (1 oz)

• Diameter: 38 mm

• Finish: Proof

• Edge: Serrated

• Mintage: 5,000

• Packaging: Maroon clamshell case with black beauty box and certificate of authenticity

• Tax Status: Subject to GST/HST (Canada)