2021 10 cents colored Bluenose BU (MS-65) GEM

2021 10 Cents (Dime) Commemorative Colourful "BLUENOSE 100th Anniversary"

BU (MS-65) GEM

Description of the room

This 2021 Canadian 10-cent coin celebrates the 100th anniversary of the launch of the Bluenose (1921-2021). This coin is a numismatic milestone as it is the first coloured 10-cent coin to be issued into circulation by the Royal Canadian Mint, with the ocean surface highlighted by a blue enamel application.

Its certification with the MS-65 (Mint State 65) grade places it in the category of high-quality coins , or "GEM" (Jewel). It is an uncirculated specimen that represents the standard quality level for modern collectible coins.

General characteristics

• Face value: 10 cents

• Year: 2021

• Issuer: Canada

• Composition: Nickel-plated steel

• Weight: 1.75 grams

• Diameter: 18.03 mm

• Theme: 100th Anniversary of the Bluenose

• Special feature: Blue coloring technology on the reverse.

Pattern details

• Obverse (reverse side): Features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. An MS-65 coin displays full luster . The surface may show some small contact marks or minor striking flaws, which are acceptable at this grade and not distracting.

• Reverse (obverse side): The Bluenose 's special design by Yves Bérubé. The ocean blue color is present and generally well preserved, although slight imperfections in the colored coating may be tolerated at MS-65 grade. The ship's design is crisp and well-defined.

Certification details

• Grade: MS-65

• Description of the grade:

  • MS (Mint State): The coin has never circulated .

  • 65 (on the Sheldon scale): This grade represents standard Gem quality . It has a full luster and a defined strike, but may have some more visible contact marks than higher grades, without being distracting.

  • BU (Brilliant Uncirculated): The coin is uncirculated and retains its original brilliance.

  • "GEM": This designation confirms that the piece is a high-quality collector's specimen.

A coin with an MS-65 grade is an excellent specimen for collectors seeking an uncirculated coin from this historic coloured issue.