Gilded Timekeeper – 2025 $20 Gold-Plated Silver Sundial Coin

Description

The Gilded Timekeeper – $20 Gold-Plated Silver Sundial Coin is a remarkable fusion of art, history, and function. Struck in 1 oz of 99.99% pure silver and enhanced with elegant gold plating, this collectible revives humanity’s oldest known timekeeping device in a beautifully modern numismatic form.

More than a decorative piece, this coin is a fully functional sundial. Its sculptural gold-plated brass gnomon rises above the coin’s surface and, when aligned toward true north and placed in sunlight, casts a shadow across the finely engraved, gold-plated silver base to indicate local solar time. It is both a tribute to ancient ingenuity and a showcase of contemporary minting craftsmanship.

With its refined classical styling, low mintage, and specialized encapsulation, this coin is a standout collectible for lovers of history, science, and timeless design.

Design Highlights

Reverse (Back):

• Functional sundial design with engraved hour markers

• Elaborate acanthus leaf motif, evoking classical architecture and ancient instruments

• Gold-plated silver surface with multiple frostings for depth and texture

• Cast gold-plated brass gnomon mounted at an angle for accurate shadow casting

Obverse (Front):

• Effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Steven Rosati

• Clean proof finish complementing the intricate reverse

Key Features

• Fully Functional Sundial: Accurately indicates local solar time when properly aligned

• Gold-Plated Elegance: Gold plating on the silver base and brass gnomon

• Historic Inspiration: Celebrates the oldest known human timekeeping device

• Special Encapsulation: Taller capsule designed to accommodate the raised gnomon

• Low Mintage: Limited to just 5,500 coins worldwide

• Certified Authentic: Includes serialized Royal Canadian Mint certificate

Specifications

• Country: Canada

• Mint: Royal Canadian Mint

• Denomination: $20

• Metal: Silver

• Fineness: 0.9999

• Weight: 31.39 g (1 troy oz)

• Diameter: 38 mm

• Edge: Serrated

• Finish: Proof

• Embellishments: Gold-plated silver; gold-plated brass gnomon

• Mintage: 5,500

Artists:

• Reverse: Anna Bucciarelli

• Obverse: Steven Rosati

Packaging & Condition

• Packaging: Black Royal Canadian Mint clamshell

• Outer Box: Black beauty box

• Presentation: Coin encapsulated in a custom tall capsule with serialized certificate

• Condition: Proof strike; capsule and packaging may show light handling marks

🪙 Why Collect This Coin?

The Gilded Timekeeper is more than a coin—it is a working scientific instrument, a historical homage, and a refined display piece all in one. With its functional sundial design, gold-plated accents, and limited mintage, this unique issue appeals to collectors who appreciate innovation, classical beauty, and objects that truly stand the test of time.