Canada: 2017 $20 Ancient Canada - Ornithomimus Dinosaur Silver Coin

Canada: 2017 $20 Ancient Canada - Ornithomimus Dinosaur Silver Coin

Finish: Antique

Composition: 99.99% Silver

Mintage: 5500

Weight(grams): 31.39

Design: The coin is based on fossil specimen TMP 1995.110.1 curated at the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology in Drumheller, Alberta. The rimless coin’s unusual contour is the product of an old coin-making technique that allows the fine silver to “spill” out, which produces an irregular shape reminiscent of an ancient Roman coin. In contrast, cutting-edge technology and finishing techniques add a smooth appearance to the engraved fossils of the feathered dinosaur Ornithomimus, which shines bright in comparison to the textured appearance of the “sandstone” encasing throughout the reverse. The entire design has an unmistakably ancient look and feel, thanks to a patina finish that gives the coin its aged look, coupled with the prehistoric-looking font used on both the reverse and obverse.

Packaging: The coin is encased in a floating frame, it is protected by a black beauty box.