A wonder of similitude and uniqueness, the snowflake holds a special place in the hearts of all Canadians. This fine silver coin is certified to be 99.99% pure silver with a diameter of 38 millimeters and a weight of 31.39 grams. The reverse image by Royal Canadian Mint engraver Konrad Wachelko presents in the finest detail a single large snowflake against the coin’s polished silver field. Each of the snowflake’s six delicate arms is rendered with unerring attention to the snowflake’s crystalline texture. The heart of the snowflake is embedded with a clear, six-sided Swarovski crystal element that recalls the snowflake’s beautiful symmetry. This reverse is engraved with the word’CANADA’ and the year’2012. The obverse features the face value of’20 DOLLARS’ as well as the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. Specifications: Face Value: 20 dollar Mintage: 10,000 Composition: 99.99% fine Silver Weight (g): 31.39 Diameter (mm): 38 Edge: Serrated Finish: Proof. Maroon clamshell with black beauty box. Embellishments such as sculptures or moving parts. Crystals, gemstones or diamonds embedded into the coin. Sculptures and/or other moving parts. The Royal Canadian Mint’s FAQ. Citadel Coins Halifax, Nova Scotia Official Royal Canadian Mint Distributor.