2022'Signs of the Zodiac' Proof $30 Fine Silver 2oz. Coin (RCM 204217) (20486)
Look to the stars, which can only be seen under a black light. The 12 signs of the zodiac (and their corresponding glyphs) each occupy a 30-degree section of the night sky on this 2 oz. On your coin's reverse, metallic colour adds a spellbinding shimmer to the deep hues and engraved illustrations that capture the mystery and allure of the zodiac. The 12 zodiac symbols are all derived from the constellations, the stars that form a belt across both the heavens and this coin, where the celestial patterns remain hidden until viewed under a black light (included).
Metallic colour meets black light technology! Add a glow-in-the-dark zodiac coin to your collection. Learn more about the zodiac. Your coin comes packaged with a special insert card that lists the dates and glyphs for each zodiac sign.
Limited to 4,000 coins worldwide. Of 99.99% pure silver, this limited collectible is an undeniably attractive addition to any collection, but it also makes the perfect birthday/anniversary/'just because' gift for anyone with an interest in the zodiac and the stars. The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins. Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box. The signs and symbols of the zodiac are beautifully illustrated on this captivating keepsake. Your coin's reverse features a gorgeous zodiac wheel enhanced with metallic colour, which adds an otherworldly shimmer that instantly draws the eye. The reverse design dazzles and captivates in any light, but there's a hidden layer that only reveals itself when you view your coin under a black light (included)-that's when the 12 zodiac constellations appear and glow in the night sky. Composition 99.99% pure silver enhanced with colour, a metallic colour effect and glow-in-the-dark (black light) technology. Embellishments Coloured Glow in the dark. Reverse Jori van der Linde. Enhanced with metallic colour, your coin's reverse features a zodiac wheel designed by artist Jori van der Linde. This celestial circle is divided into 12 30-degree sections that house each of the 12 signs of the zodiac; these are arranged in a counter-clockwise direction, as indicated by the roman numerals on the outer ring: Aries ('I'), Taurus ('II'), Gemini ('III'), Cancer ('IV'), Leo ('V'), Virgo ('VI'), Libra ('VII'), Scorpio ('VIII'), Sagittarius ('IX'), Capricorn ('X'), Aquarius ('XI') and Pisces ('XII').Each zodiac sign is paired with its corresponding glyph, and together, these 12 glyphs form an inner ring that surrounds the combined sun and moon motif at the centre of the wheel. When viewed under a black light, the 12 zodiac constellations appear in the inner ring. The obverse features a field pattern and the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. Jori van der Linde, Artist. The number of elements incorporated into this design made it a really fun yet challenging project!
The roman numerals on the outer ring are associated with the astrological houses-they run in a counter-clockwise direction in order to match up with the symbols in the next two rings. The zodiac illustrations proved to be some of the more natural, easy elements to draw, while the technical layout was much more challenging to complete. It seemed only fitting to have the sun and moon as the central motifs, with all the other zodiac elements rotating around them. JORI VAN DER LINDE, ARTIST. This item is in the category "Coins & Paper Money\Coins: Canada\Commemorative".The seller is "gatewestcoins" and is located in this country: CA.
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
- Denomination: $30
- Fineness: 0.9999
- Grade: Ungraded
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
- Certification: RCM
- Modified Item: No