A total 3 carats of natural white zircons have been individually set into the coin's miniature brooch -a total 100+ stones to recreate the glimmering diamonds of the original. Very low mintage of 3,000 coins. The effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt engraved on a background of leaves echoing the silhouette of the famous Canadian Maple Leaf Brooch. A miniature reproduction of the Canadian Maple Leaf brooch is the commanding focal point in this design. It measures 25x25mm with more than 100 individually set, white natural zircons.
The brooch is framed by an ornate border by Canadian artist Jan Poynter. It symbolizes the shared history between the United Kingdom and Canada with a repeating pattern of Tudor roses, thistles, shamrocks and maple leaves, each a key botanical element in the Royal Arms of Great Britain, Wales, Northern Ireland and Canada.
The iconic five-point Tudor rose, with its inner and outer petals, provides a framework for a traditional Celtic braid treatment that represents the tradition and heritage that are the heart of Canadian settlement and identity. Guaranteed by the Royal Canadian Mint. The Duchess of Cambridge is the fourth-generation royal to wear the Canadian Maple Leaf Brooch. For over 80 years, it has shimmered with the royals' affection for Canada-a legacy that will always shine on this coin.Add this 1 oz Silver Canadian Maple Leaf Brooch coin to your cart today! One of The Queen's most cherished brooches made a new appearance in Canada when Catherine, The Duchess of Cambridge, visited in 2016 and 2011. On both occasions, she wore a stunning maple leaf brooch that pre-dates the Second World War. This coin features a miniature reproduction, complete with 3 carats of natural white zircons.
King George VI originally gifted the brooch to Queen Elizabeth for their Canadian tour in 1939. It became a treasured piece and the brooch of choice for royals visiting Canada. Princess Elizabeth wore it during her first official tour in 1951. She inherited the brooch as Queen in 2002, and loaned it to The Duchess of Cornwall for her first tour of Canada with the Prince of Wales in 2009.
This is not a photo of the actual item. 1,359 Item as described. Rec'd item, looking forward to doing business with again.