2019 - $20 - 1 oz. Pure Silver Gold-Plated Coin - Norse Gods: Thor

Norse mythology has influenced the way we tell stories, and given rise to some everyday words. Its tales of gods and giants represented tradition to the Vikings of Vinland, and folklore to Scandinavian settlers in Canada. Now, we're combining history and myth in a limited series dedicated to the Norse gods, and it begins with the hammer-wielding thunder god: Thor.

In the time of Canada's Viking Age (c. 1000), quick-tempered Thor was one of the most admired figures of Norse faith and lore, and it is from him that we get the word “Thursday” (Thor's Day). His strength and fearlessness are evident on your coin, where the apocalyptic battle scene is enhanced with selective gold plating.

Specifications
No. 170566
Mintage 3,500
Composition 99.99% pure silver with gold plating
Finish proof
Weight (g) 31.39
Diameter (mm) 38
Edge serrated
Certificate serialized
Face value 20 dollars
Artist Alexandra Lefort (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)