Canada: 2020 $20 Black and Gold: The Canadian Horse 1 oz. Pure Silver Gold-Plated Coin

Canada: 2020 $20 Black and Gold: The Canadian Horse 1 oz. Pure Silver Gold-Plated Coin

Design: Inspired by the yin yang symbol, the circular reverse design by Claude Thivierge features two side profiles of the Canadian horse (Equus ferus caballus)—one plated with gold, the other with black rhodium. The two opposites interact to form a single dynamic image that celebrates the human-horse relationship and reflects on the heritage breed’s near extinction status. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

Mintage: 3500

Composition: 99.99% pure silver

Finish: matte proof with black rhodium and gold plating

Weight (g): 31.39

Diameter (mm): 38

Edge: serrated

Face value: $20

Artist: Claude Thivierge (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Packaging: Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box.