2024 Canada $20 Silver Snowflake – Reverse Proof FDOI PCGS PR70, Steven Rosati Signed
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Microscopic Population: An extreme rarity with a worldwide signed population of only 22 coins.
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U.S. Mint Artist's Autograph: Personally hand-signed by Steven Rosati, a celebrated artist from the United States Mint, lending this Canadian coin unique international prestige.
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Stunning Reverse Proof Finish: Features a beautiful Reverse Proof finish, with frosted fields and brilliant, mirror-like design elements that make the snowflake design pop.
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Limited Edition Mintage: Struck by the Royal Canadian Mint from a strictly limited mintage of just 7,500 coins worldwide.
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Perfect PR70 Grade: Graded a flawless Proof 70 (PR70) by PCGS, representing the absolute pinnacle of minting quality.
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Elite FDOI Pedigree: Certified with the coveted First Day of Issue (FDOI) designation, marking it as one of the very first coins of this limited mintage to be released.
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Precious Metal Content: Struck in one full troy ounce of the Royal Canadian Mint's signature .9999 fine silver.
A Flawless Freeze-Frame of Nature's Art
Elevate your collection with a coin that captures the fleeting beauty of winter in a state of permanent perfection: the 2024 Canada $20 Silver Snowflake, signed by U.S. Mint artist Steven Rosati. The Royal Canadian Mint is renowned for its artistic and technical mastery, and this Reverse Proof snowflake coin is a premier example. This specific specimen has been curated to the highest possible standard, achieving a perfect PR70 grade and First Day of Issue certification. The ultimate feature, however, is the signature of Steven Rosati, creating a unique cross-border collectible and a minuscule population of just 22 coins. This is a rare opportunity to own a flawless treasure that is artistic, innovative, and exceptionally scarce.
Exquisite Crystalline Design
This coin is a masterclass in minting technology, using a special finish to highlight the intricate beauty of its subject.
Reverse: The reverse features a stunningly detailed, six-sided snow crystal. On a standard proof coin, the background would be the mirror. Here, the Reverse Proof finish means the background is intricately frosted, while the snowflake itself is polished to a brilliant, mirror-like shine. The effect is breathtaking, perfectly mimicking a delicate snowflake resting on a pane of frosted glass.
Obverse: The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Steven Rosati, confirming the coin's status as official Canadian legal tender. The fact that Rosati is both the obverse artist and the signer of this coin adds another layer of personal connection.
Why Collect This Coin?
The case for this coin’s elite status is undeniable. It achieves a powerful trifecta of collector appeal: Artistic Beauty, Certified Perfection, and Extreme Rarity. Its snowflake design and Reverse Proof finish make it a visually stunning piece. Its perfect PR70 grade and FDOI pedigree signify flawless, early-strike quality. The crowning feature, the Steven Rosati signature, creates a unique provenance and a tiny population of just 22 coins from a mintage of 7,500.
Detailed Overview
Introduction to the Coin Each year, the Royal Canadian Mint releases a limited number of masterfully crafted coins celebrating the beauty of Canada's natural landscape. The annual snowflake issue is a collector favorite, and the 2024 edition continues this tradition of excellence with its beautiful design and sought-after Reverse Proof finish.
Artistic and Design Elements
The "no two snowflakes are alike" adage is reflected in the coin's unique design. The Reverse Proof finish is a technically demanding process that the RCM has perfected, allowing for a dramatic visual presentation that is impossible to achieve with standard striking methods. The signature of Steven Rosati, who designed the obverse portrait of the King, makes this a particularly coherent and desirable presentation piece.
Unique Collectible Features
This coin’s elite status is built on a clear and powerful "rarity funnel."
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It begins as a limited edition 2024 Canada $20 Silver Snowflake, with a mintage of just 7,500.
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It is struck in a stunning Reverse Proof finish.
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It is then certified with the elite First Day of Issue pedigree.
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It achieves the perfect PR70 grade.
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The final, and most exclusive feature, is the Steven Rosati signature, creating a verified worldwide population of just 22 examples.
Packaging and Presentation
The coin is sonically sealed in a durable PCGS holder to protect its perfect condition. The holder’s label officially certifies its PR70 grade, the First Day of Issue pedigree, and prominently displays the authentic, hand-signed autograph of artist Steven Rosati.
