Description
Superman™ was the first superhero; however he spawned many more new characters including, BatmanTM and Wonder WomanTM. This DC Comics Originals coin issued by the Royal Canadian Mint is a $20 denomination featuring a selective colour image of “The Trinity”, consisting of SupermanTM, BatmanTM and Wonder WomanTM. This coin weighs one ounce of pure silver, with a mintage is limited to only 10,000 coins. HST/GST exempt.
The Design:
The reverse design features a mosaic of some of the greatest SuperheroesTM in the DC UniverseTM, all in classic action poses. In the foreground, rich colour recreates the iconic costumes of “The Trinity”: the blue, grey, black and yellow of Batman’s costume as he swings into battle; the bright red, yellow and blue of Superman’s bold S-Shield as he flies through the air; the red, yellow, white and blue of Wonder Woman’s multi-patterned costume with the powerful Lasso of Truth strapped to her belt. Behind them are the engraved depictions of the next generation of DC COMICSTM SUPER HEROESTM; BATGIRLTM, NIGHTWINGTM, SUPERGIRLTM and WONDER GIRLTM—who are always eager to join the fight. This dynamic group shot is engraved over a laser halftone pattern that adds a modern graphic element to the design, while completing the coin’s classic comic book look and feel.
DC Comics:
The DC Comics Originals series has a classic, slightly retro style, recalling the look most comic book fans grew up with and remember fondly. Basing itself on the 1980s DC Comics style, this series celebrates one of the most established looks for the DC Comics pantheon of Super Heroes, including the “The Trinity”. The vintage feel extends even extends to the packaging. Each coin in the series comes enclosed in unique packaging that recreates the look of a well-loved comic book.
