The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with Crystal. On February 6, 1952, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the thrones of England and the six Commonwealth realms that recognized her as their head of state at that time, including Canada. As millions around the world watched her coronation in Westminster Abbey – the first televised British coronation – they could not know that they were witnessing the inauguration of a reign that would last well into the next millennium. Today, Queen Elizabeth II is the reigning monarch of England and sixteen Commonwealth realms. She is also Head of the fifty-four-member Commonwealth of Nations. The year 2012 marks the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II – a celebration around the world of the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty’s succession to the throne. Celebrations in Canada, as around the world, acknowledge Queen Elizabeth II’s lifetime dedication and service to her subjects, to the Commonwealth, and to innumerable charitable causes. Specifications: Item Number: 114565 Face Value: 20 dollars Mintage: 15,000 Composition: 99.99% pure Silver Weight (g): 31.39 Diameter (mm): 38 Edge: Serrated Finish: Proof Certificate: Serialized Artist: Laurie McGaw. 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.