Only 4000 Minted worldwide! An egg-shaped coin issued by the Royal Canadian Mint! With its handcrafted beauty and intricate patterns, a pysanka is one of the most beloved forms of traditional Ukrainian folk art! This carefully decorated Easter egg is a veritable treasure trove of symbolism, where each motif and colour carries a deeper meaning that bestows a special blessing upon its recipient. Composition: 99.99% pure silver. Weight (g): 31.39. Diameter (mm): 45 long x 33 wide. Face value: 20 dollars. Morash (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse). Designed by Canadian artist Ann Morash, your coin captures the intricate beauty of a pysanka. Every element on this Ukrainian Easter egg is rich with symbolic meaning, including the individual colours: yellow stands for youth and purity; red represents the joy and passion in life; green is the colour of spring, which brings hope and renewal; and black suggests the darkest time before dawn, and the idea of eternity. When combined, these coloursand the motifs they enhanceresult in a design that is open to many interpretations, but that is nonetheless a vibrant celebration of a full and colourful life. At the top and bottom of the egg are large flowers, which symbolize love, goodwill and the beauty of nature; these are framed by bands of waves that speak of water’s life-giving properties, and the idea of eternity. Beneath the waves at the top are stylized depictions of the sun and stars, which symbolize life, fortune and growth; a re-interpretation of these also appear in the centre, where they alternate with evergreen boughs that represent eternal health and youth. Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell with a black beauty box. Return item must be sent within 7 days after it has been received. I would appreciate the opportunity to resolve any problems to the best of my abilities. The item “CANADA 2016 -Traditional Ukrainian Pysanka- 1oz Proof Silver Coin” is in sale since Friday, February 12, 2016. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ Canada\Commemorative”. The seller is “bilettrevo” and is located in Red Deer, Alberta. This item can be shipped to Canada, to United States.
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada