2001 Canada $20 Sterling Silver Hologram Coin – Transportation Series: The Scotia Locomotive

This 2001 $20 sterling silver proof from the Royal Canadian Mint's Transportation series honours the Scotia, a steam locomotive built in Hamilton, Ontario. The reverse shows the Scotia at full steam, with a small hologram cameo of the engine above.

It comes complete in the Mint's oval clamshell case with the series box, the illustrated booklet and a numbered certificate.

Collector Specifications

• Country: Canada
• Year: 2001
• Denomination: $20
• Composition: Sterling silver (92.5% silver, 7.5% copper) with hologram cameo
• Weight: 31.103 g (28.77 g pure silver)
• Diameter: 38 mm
• Finish: Proof, with hologram cameo
• Certificate: Numbered Royal Canadian Mint certificate of authenticity (No. 12414)
• Packaging: Coin case + box (Good condition)
• Condition: Coin in capsule in the original RCM clamshell case with series box, booklet and numbered certificate. Individually photographed; any imperfections are visible in the listing photos
• Mintage: Limited to 15,000 worldwide (per certificate); one dealer lists 41,828

Historical Significance

The Transportation series (2000 to 2003) celebrated Canadian-built ships, cars and locomotives, one design at a time, each with a hologram cameo. The Scotia, built in 1861, is noted as the first locomotive in Canada built with a steel boiler, which reduced heat loss and gave it more power.

Why We Love This One

A handsome old steam engine with a hologram twist. A full ounce of sterling in its complete original packaging is a great pick for any railway fan.

Please note: this item is sold as is, including its packaging. The photos show the exact piece you will receive.