With its lavish costumes, fairy-tale scenery and an unforgettable score, The Sleeping Beauty continues to cast a spell on Canadian audiences! It is one of the most beloved ballets of all time—a repertoire staple that demands nothing short of technical brilliance and grace from every principal dancer and soloist who performs it. The Sleeping Beauty is a captivating classic with a rich history, and it is poised to dance its way into your collection with this precious ballet keepsake. Your coin's rectangular shape allows for a vertical depiction of a performance, backed by an elegant rose-and-leaf background. Selective colour also highlights the ballerina's ornate costume, which is tinted a pastel pink that is perfectly in step with the enchanting nature of this storybook ballet.
Specifications
No. 173065
Mintage 4,000
Composition 99.99% pure silver
Finish proof
Weight (g) 31.56
Diameter (mm) 49.8 x 28.6
Edge plain
Certificate serialized
Face value 20 dollars
Artist Tony Bianco (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)