2017 Loonie ($1) Toronto Maple Leaf Commemorative
Estimated Quality: BU (MS-64)
Description of the room
This 2017 Canadian dollar ( Loonie ) is a very popular commemorative issue, minted for circulation. It celebrates the 100th anniversary of the National Hockey League (NHL) and pays tribute to the Toronto Maple Leafs . This coin features the special design of the hockey team's famous logo.
Its estimated condition grade is MS-64 (Mint State 64). The coin is considered Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) , meaning it has never been in circulation. MS − 64 indicates a coin of very high quality , far superior to the average of uncirculated coins.
General characteristics
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Face value: 1 Dollar (Loonie)
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Year: 2017
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Issuer: Canada
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Composition: Brass-plated steel (triple-plated steel)
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Weight: 6.27 grams
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Diameter: 26.5 mm
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Theme: 100th Anniversary of the Toronto Maple Leafs (1917-2017)
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Artist: Steven Rosati (Revers)
Pattern details
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Obverse (reverse side): Features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. In an estimated MS-64 grade, the obverse retains a virtually complete and very attractive luster . The coin may show some minor contact or mint marks , but these are minor and not distracting .
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Reverse (front side): The Toronto Maple Leafs commemorative design is clearly struck . The grade MS − 64 means that handling marks are few and very minor . The field (background) has exceptional brilliance , giving the piece very good visual appeal .
Estimated Grading Details
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MS (Mint State): The coin is uncirculated (never used in commerce).
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64 (on the Sheldon scale): Very high quality uncirculated. The coin is well struck, has a strong luster, and only minor mint defects . These imperfections do not significantly affect the overall appearance of the coin.
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BU (Brilliant Uncirculated): The coin has retained its original brilliance .
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Evaluation note: A choice uncirculated specimen highly sought after by collectors. It is visually very impressive for a circulating coin.
