2019 Canada: First Strike Circulation Set
5 Pieces — First Strike Series — High Quality BU
Collection description
This collection comprises the most prestigious circulation coins of 2019. The First Strike certification attests that these coins were struck at the very beginning of the annual production, when the engraving dies are at their most detailed. The result is coins of exceptional clarity, far superior to standard circulation coins.
The Obverse (Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II)
All the coins feature the classic effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt. On these "First Strike" examples, the royal portrait stands out with remarkable clarity, offering a satin sheen and flawless surfaces.
The Patterns on the Reverse
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2 Dollars: The Polar Bear (Brent Townsend).
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1 Dollar: The Loon Diver (Robert-Ralph Carmichael).
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25 Cents: The Caribou (Emanuel Hahn).
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10 Cents: The Bluenose sailboat (Emanuel Hahn).
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5 Cents: The beaver (GE Kruger-Gray).
Technical Specifications
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2 Dollars: Bimetallic (Steel/Bronze) | 6.92 g | 28.00 mm | First Strike
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1 Dollar: Gold-plated brass steel | 6.27 g | 26.50 mm | First Strike
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25 Cents: Nickel-plated steel | 4.40 g | 23.88 mm | First Strike
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10 Cents: Nickel-plated steel | 1.75 g | 18.03 mm | First Strike
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5 Cents: Nickel-plated steel | 3.95 g | 21.20 mm | First Strike
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Total weight of the set: 23.29 g
Quality and Grade: BU High Quality (BU Choice)
This set is distinguished by its technical perfection:
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Luster: A bright, deep, and uniform striking brilliance on each denomination.
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Surface: High Quality BU; each piece has been meticulously selected for its clean surfaces and absence of major contact marks.
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Strike: Superior relief definition, capturing the finest details of Canada's iconic patterns.
