2024 - $20 - 1 oz. Fine Silver Coin – Celebrating Canada's Diversity: Transcendence and Tranquility

Canadians of Iranian heritage can proudly lay claim to a rich tapestry of history, culture, literature and artistic traditions that encompass a wide range of disciplines – from architecture to weaving and metalwork, and so much more.

Available in 99.99% pure silver for the first time, the Royal Canadian Mint's 2024 Celebrating Canada's Diversity coin incorporates design elements that reflect Iranian cultural traditions, spanning Ancient Persia to contemporary interpretation by an Iranian-Canadian artist, represented by Eslimi patterns and Shah Abbasi flower motifs from traditional carpet designs, lotus flowers inspired by the reliefs of Persepolis, stylized maple leaves symbolizing Canadian identity, and a paisley motif in the centre. These elements come together to surround the simulated turquoise on the coin's reverse, where the balanced symmetry and circular symbolism are meant to inspire, to urge us to transcend our perceived limits, and to find inner peace and tranquility.

SPECIFICATIONS
Product Number 245342
Mintage 5,500
Composition 99.99% pure silver, with simulated turquoise
Weight 31.39 g
Diameter 38 mm
Edge Serrated
Face Value $20
Finish Proof
Packaging Black clamshell with black beauty box
Artist Soheila Esfahani (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)