These 99.99% pure silver coins showcase the intricate structure and beauty of pine cones, each enhanced with genuine Swarovski Elements that make it an ideal Holiday keepsake. This 99.99% pure silver coin showcases the intricate structure andbeauty of pine cones, enhanced with genuine Swarovski Elementsthat make it an ideal Holiday keepsake. A pair of pine cones with a crystal-effect to enhance the pine needlesand a decorative ribbon along the coin’s edge. The Holidays are a time of garlands and wreathsfilled with evergreen boughs and pine cones;it’s a tradition that dates back to ancient times. People feared the darkening, cold days of winterand would light fires and decorate their homeswith evergreen boughs to bring back the light andwarmer weather. At the same time, they also noticed the pine, firand spruce trees stayed green and preserved theirfruits. As such, they became symbols of life, rebirthand re-generation-a precious connection tonature to punctuate our technology-centered world. Proof (with CRYSTALLIZEDT Swarovski Elements on the reverse). Susan Taylor (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse).