The jingle of bells, the patter of hooves: these are the sounds many children yearn to hear each Christmas Eve! This fine silver coin re-kindles a sense of wonder and enchantment in all of us, with a Murano glass reindeer that reminds us of the magic of each holiday season in Canada. The reverse design by Canadian artist Anna Bucciarelli takes to the skies on Christmas Eve to capture the magic of the holiday season! The snow-blanketed setting below features colour over engraving that re-creates mountains, tall evergreens and a row of homes. As night falls, indoor lighting casts a warm glow from within, while just beyond a front door lies a snowman that hints at the presence of children. But the viewers gaze naturally gravitates towards the sky that fills most of the field, where precision-engraved snowflakes are as unique and intricate as their real-life counterparts. Laden with toys and gifts, Santas red and gold-coloured sleigh makes its way through this gentle snowfall, pulled by an exquisite Murano glass reindeer. The colourful reindeer-shaped piece is handcrafted by Italian glassmakers, and is unique to each coin. No easy feat on such a small scale, this merry Murano reindeer features a breathtaking amount of colourful detail: from the dark-coloured antlers and hooves, to the bell-dotted harness that famously jingles on this magical night. The reverse also features the engraved word CANADA, the year 2018 and the face value 20 DOLLARS. Give the gift of wonder: Spread some holiday cheer with a 99.99% fine silver coin that captures the magic of Christmas. Precision engraving is paired with a rich colour application that beautifully complements the main design element: a Murano glass reindeer. Expertly handcrafted by Italian glassmakers, every reindeer is unique to each coin. With an outstanding amount of details on such a small scale, the colourful clarity of the reindeer is testament to the centuries-old techniques that have made Murano glass such a highly prized artform. An annual favourite among collectors, this Murano-embellished coin connects with the youthful sense of hope and enchantment in all of us! A soon-to-be-treasured keepsake for all ages! The artistry helps preserve fun memories of holidays past and present, which often set the tone for a lifetime of special holiday moments. Composition: 99.99% pure silver. Weight (g): 31.39. Packaging: Maroon clamshell with black beauty box. Finished size: 88 mm x 88 mm. LAUNCH DATE: November 7, 2017. ADVERTISING DATE: November 7, 2017. The item “2018′Holiday Reindeer (Murano Glass)Proof $20 Silver Coin 1oz. 9999 Fine(18291)” is in sale since Friday, November 17, 2017. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ Canada\Commemorative”. The seller is “gatewestcoins” and is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This item can be shipped to Canada, United States.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
