2020 – Canada – Polar Lights – Yellowknife / Yukon (Coin #2) – 1 oz Silver – .9999 Fine – Colorized – $20 – BU/Specimen The 2020 “Polar Lights – Yellowknife / Yukon” silver coin is the second release in the Polar Lights series issued by the Royal Canadian Mint, dedicated to the breathtaking aurora borealis visible across Canada’s northern regions.
Struck from 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine silver in BU/Specimen quality, this edition features a vivid colorized depiction of the Northern Lights above Yellowknife and the Yukon, regions renowned for some of the clearest aurora views in the world. Details: • Country: Canada • Year: 2020 • Series: Polar Lights • Theme: Yellowknife / Yukon • Metal: Silver (.9999 fine) • Weight: 1 oz (31.39 g) • Diameter: 38 mm • Face value: 20 Dollars (CAD) • Quality: BU / Specimen • Finish: Colorized aurora design • Mintage: 7,500 pieces worldwide • Mint: Royal Canadian Mint Description:
The reverse features a colorized aurora borealis scene glowing above snow-covered landscapes typical of Yellowknife and the Yukon, rendered in bright green and blue tones that capture the dynamic motion of the Northern Lights.
The obverse displays the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, together with the year, denomination, and purity.
As the second coin in the Polar Lights series, this issue is appreciated for its artistic quality, limited mintage, and representation of one of Canada’s most beautiful natural phenomena. Note:
This coin is BU / Specimen with colorized finish.
Minor contact marks, micro-scratches, or light natural toning (patina) may appear due to minting and handling. These characteristics are normal for BU/Specimen coins and do not affect collectible value.