2022 Canada 1 oz Ultra High Relief Silver Maple Leaf Reverse Proof $20 Coin NGC PF70 First Day of Issue Susan Taylor Signed Label
USD 370.11
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USD 370.11
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This release of the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) Silver Maple Leaf series is crafted with an Ultra High Relief strike, representing a first for the popular series which has been annually issued since 1988. The 2022 dated coin, which is minted with a gorgeous reverse proof finish, features the celebrated Maple Leaf design at a height of 1.4 mm, approximately five times the height of its standard bullion issue counterpart. The world renowned graphic for the series was created by Walter Ott for the Gold Maple Leaf coin in 1979. The late Mr. Ott (1920-2020) was the RCM’s Chief Engraver and Director of Art from 1977-1985, and responsible for more than 1,000 coin and medal designs over the course of his lengthy career. Susan Taylor, a retired RCM Senior Engraver and former apprentice to Mr. Ott, re-imagined the classic Maple Leaf design into an exquisitely sculptural Ultra High Relief numismatic masterpiece.
Obverse: The obverse is graced with a right facing image of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Inscriptions include “ELIZABETH II,” “20 DOLLARS” and “2022.” This distinctive royal effigy has appeared on Canada’s coinage since 2003, and is a superb example of the work of acclaimed Canadian portrait artist Susanna Blunt.
Reverse: Centered on the reverse is the iconic sugar maple leaf graphic in Ultra High Relief. “CANADA” is inscribed above, with “FINE SILVER 1 OZ ARGENT PUR” curving below, and the coin’s purity of “9999” flanking the magnificently sculptural leaf.
This 2022 Canada 1 oz. Silver Maple Leaf $20 Ultra High Relief Reverse Proof Coin was submitted to the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) for review within twenty-four hours of release, qualifying for the coveted First Day of Issue designation. Featuring a perfectly executed strike, flawless surfaces and spectacular eye appeal, the coin was awarded the superior grade of Proof 70. The stunning reverse proof coin is encapsulated in a sonically sealed NGC protective holder with a Canadian flag style certification label which has been hand signed by sculptor Susan Taylor. The graded coin will be packaged in a black pouch that is branded with a red Maple Leaf graphic,  a numbered Mint issued Certificate of Authenticity.