2013 $20 Butterflies of Canada: Canadian Tiger Swallowtail - Pure Silver Coin

This 2013 $20 coloured and engraved pure silver coin is the first in a new butterflies series. The coin is struck in .9999 fine silver and weighs just under one ounce. Mintage is limited to just 10,000 coins. As a pure silver coin, this item is GST/HST Exempt.

The Design:

The design features a coloured Canadian tiger swallowtail butterfly, resting on a dandelion. The back is engraved with the word “CANADA,” the date “2013” and the face value of “20 DOLLARS.” 

The Canadian Tiger Swallowtail:

The Canadian tiger swallowtail is one of our nation’s most recognizable butterflies, with its distinctive yellow-and-black stripe pattern. The colours and intricate detail of the butterfly have been superbly captured by Canadian artist Celia Godkin and the Royal Canadian Mint.