Silver Coin 75th Anniversary of The National Ballet of Canada gilded 1 oz Silver 2026 Proof

Silver Coin 75th Anniversary of The National Ballet of Canada Gilded 1 oz Silver 2026 Proof

The 75th Anniversary of The National Ballet of Canada 1 oz Silver 2026 Proof Silver Coin is a remarkable issue from the Royal Canadian Mint, celebrating the 75th anniversary of one of Canada’s most important ballet institutions. The release references The Nutcracker — a performance that has introduced generations of audiences to the magical world of holiday tradition.

A Tribute to Canadian Ballet

The coin was struck from 99.99% pure silver, weighs 31.82 g, and features selective gilding in yellow gold. Its unusual egg-shaped form, measuring 45 x 33 mm, refers to the golden egg appearing in the staging of The Nutcracker. Its collectible nature is emphasized by the Proof standard and the low mintage of just 6,500 pieces. The coin’s face value is 20 Canadian dollars.

Coin Design

Obverse: features the portrait of King Charles III by Steven Rosati. The monarch’s effigy, the coin’s rim, and selected details have been highlighted with gilding.

Reverse: depicts a scene inspired by The National Ballet of Canada’s production of The Nutcracker. The central motif is a gilded egg associated with the appearance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, while the composition is complemented by an anniversary banner. The design is an engraved adaptation of a photograph by Karolina Kuras.