Description

Beloved by countless Canadians, the original television series Star Trek has arguably helped shape the everyday lives of Canadians through its spirit of scientific innovation and discovery. The Royal Canadian Mint celebrates the 50th anniversary of the sci-fi phenomenon with a fine silver coin featuring the most iconic spaceship of our time: the U.S.S. Enterprise.

SPECIAL FEATURES

• A ‘phaser’ blast from the past! With this unforgettable series of coins, the Royal Canadian Mint celebrates the 50th anniversary of a television series that is beloved by many Canadians, and whose vision of the future helped inspire technological innovation!
• $20 for $20: The most affordable 99.99% pure silver coin offered by the Royal Canadian Mint! This $20 for $20 is a rare opportunity to add a valued Star Trek-themed coin to your collection, and a great gift idea for any fan!
• Nostalgia with a contemporary design: Detailed engraving brings to life a timeless scene from the television classic, while the Star Trek font adds another visual element and a vintage feel.

DESIGN

The reverse design features an iconic depiction of the starship U.S.S. Enterprise (NCC-1701) in space. Detailed engraving showcases the distinctive appearance of the Enterprise, from the rounded edges of her saucer-shaped hull to the twin warp nacelles at the rear. The image captures a tension-filled scene in which the Enterprise fires from its forward phaser bank towards an enemy threat that lies beyond the image field. Engraved to the right of the ship is a special Delta Shield Insignia that celebrates the 50 anniversary of the original Star Trek television series (1966-1969).

CREDIT LINES

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