2019 Canada: Circulation Set & 50¢ Special
6 Pieces — First Strike & Special Roll — High Quality BU
Collection description
This set brings together the finest examples of Canadian coin production from 2019. As First Strikes , the circulation coins (5¢ to $2) offer maximum precision and detail, having been struck with new dies. They are accompanied by the 50-cent coin, carefully extracted from a special roll, guaranteeing a "High Quality" state of preservation rarely achieved for this denomination.
The Obverse (Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II)
All the pieces in this set feature the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. The "First Strike" finish gives the royal portrait a satin sheen and clarity of relief that highlights every detail of the original engraving.
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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50 Cents (Special Roll): The coat of arms of Canada, a prestigious coin with a brilliant luster.
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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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50 Cents: Nickel-plated steel | 6.90 g | 27.13 mm | Special Roll
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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: 30.19 g
Quality and Grade: BU High Quality (BU Choice)
This set stands out due to its superior visual appeal:
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Luster: A brilliant, deep, striking luster, characteristic of early production pieces.
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Surface: High Quality BU; each piece has been selected for its clean surfaces and the absence of significant contact marks.
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Strike: A clean and precise execution on all 6 denominations, offering exceptional collector quality.
