The Canadian 1892 20 Cent coin, designed by George W. De Saulles, features a portrait of Queen Victoria on the obverse and a wreath of maple leaves on the reverse. Struck in 92.5% silver, the Canadian 1892 20 Cent coin was part of Canadas effort to establish a distinct national currency, following its confederation in 1867.
Politically, the Canadian 1892 20 Cent symbolized the growing Canadian identity under British rule. Economically, the coin’s silver content reflected Canada’s use of precious metals for coinage during a time of stability. The Canadian 1892 20 Cent remains a rare and significant piece in Canadian numismatics.