SUGAR MAPLE LEAVES Jewel of the Rain Swarovski 1 Oz Silver Coin 20$ Canada 2017

The reverse of the coin is designed by Canadian artist Lisa Thomson-Khan and combines artistry with technical precision to convey the serenity and peacefulness of an autumn day in Canada. A babbling brook winds its way through this tranquil woodland setting, where the gently rippled surface of the water beckons the viewer to explore its rock-lined edge. True to its appearance in nature, the autumn colours of the sugar maple tree (Acer saccharum) on the reverse design are breathtaking, where the selective application of colour immediately draw the eyes towards the red and golden foliage above the stream. One can almost hear the cadence of a gentle rain falling onto the leaves and rolling off their serrated tips, as beautifully conveyed by the glittering, raindrop-shaped Swarovski crystal. On the left of the reverse, the inscription: "CANADA" – the issuing country. The obverse of the coin depicts the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. All around, the inscriptions: "ELIZABETH II" – the name of the Queen, "2017" – the year of issue, "D·G·REGINA" – the latin acronym that stands for "Dei Gratia Regina" and "20 DOLLARS" – the face value.