Canadian mint releases silver and crystal commemorative royal wedding coin

May 9, 2018

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OTTAWA - A commemorative coin for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding will be adorned with crystals and Canadian maple leaves.

The Royal Canadian Mint has revealed a 99.99 per cent pure silver keepsake to celebrate the May 19 nuptials at Windsor Castle.

It features an engraved portrait based on one of the couple's engagement photos and has a face value of $20.

The coin is edged in maple leaves, English roses and shells from Prince Harry's coat of arms. It also features three Swarovski crystals to represent Markle's three-stone engagement ring.

It costs $104.95 and can be ordered from the mint's online store at www.mint.ca and by phone at 1-800-267-1871.

The mint says they will also soon be available at its stores in Ottawa and Winnipeg, at some Canada Post outlets and through its network of dealers and distributors.