More than 500 years after Italian explorer John Cabot first reached these shores,
Canada is home to one of the largest Italian diasporas in the world, with over 1.5 million
Canadians claiming Italian ancestry. Generations of Italian Canadians have influenced
Canada’s cultural and economic fabric with contributions to literature, music, science,
and more, while the many “Little Italy” neighbourhoods remain proud symbols of
community, strength, and an abundance of customs that are steeped in history.

This 99.99% pure silver coin features a circular arrangement of elements that form a
symbolic representation of the Italian-Canadian community. Framed by repeating
emblems representing two cultures coming together, the five-pointed Stella d’Italia is
adorned with simulated Italian red coral and positioned at the centre, similar to how it
appears in the emblem of the Italian Republic. The emblem also inspired the
Renaissance-style pattern appearing on both the reverse and obverse, where olive
branches represent peace and abundance, and oak leaves symbolize strength.

The colourful centrepiece is simulated Italian red coral. Prized for its beauty and
protective powers, Italian red coral is deeply embedded in Italian culture and tradition.

KEY FEATURES

➢ The five-pointed Stella d’Italia, one of the national symbols of Italy, is
prominently featured on the coin’s reverse, where Roman columns
support the row of arches framing the emblems of Canada and Italy.
➢ Second fine silver coin in the Celebrating Canada’s Diversity series that
began in 2019. The series was expanded in 2024 to include a 1 oz.
99.99% pure silver version of the annual gold issue.
➢ Mintage is limited to 5,500 coins worldwide—a lower mintage than
2024.

Item Number: 251113
SRP: $149.95
Mintage: 5,500
Composition: 99.99% pure silver with simulated Italian
red coral
Weight*: 31.39 g
Diameter: 38 mm
Face Value: $20
Finish: Proof
Edge: Serrated
Artists: Tony Bianco (reverse)
Steven Rosati (obverse)

Packaging: Black clamshell with black beauty box
Finished Size: 88 mm x 88 mm
UPC: 6-23932-11991-8

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