2017 Canada $20 Order of Military Merit Silver Coin

Honour outstanding devotion, leadership, and meritorious service with the 2017 $20 Canadian Honours: 45th Anniversary of the Order of Military Merit Fine Silver Coin from the Royal Canadian Mint. Struck in 1 ounce of 99.99% pure silver, this stunning piece elegantly replicates the official insignia of one of Canada's highest honors, established by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1972.

The reverse features a magnificent, near-faithful recreation of the Commander of the Order of Military Merit (C.M.M.) insignia originally designed by Bruce W. Beatty. Transparent blue enamel replicates the rich finish of the straight-end cross patée, accented by a vibrant red annulus bearing the gold-toned motto "MERIT. MÉRITE. CANADA." and topped by a beautifully colored St. Edward’s Crown. The design is framed by the commemorative years "1972" and "2017".

The obverse displays the classic effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. Serving as the second dynamic release in the highly collectible Canadian Honours Collection, this low-mintage masterpiece is a premier addition for military history enthusiasts and serious numismatic stackers alike.

Key Specifications:
- Issuer: Royal Canadian Mint (RCM)
- Year of Issue: 2017
- Face Value: $20 CAD
- Composition: 99.99% Pure Silver (0.9999 Fine)
- Weight: 31.83 grams (1 Troy Ounce)
- Diameter: 40.00 mm
- Finish: Proof with complex color application
- Mintage Limit: Low limited worldwide mintage of only 5,500 pieces

- Inclusions: Original Royal Canadian Mint maroon presentation clamshell case, serialized Certificate of Authenticity (COA), and outer protective black beauty box.