2021 10 cents colored Bluenose BU (MS-67) Superb GEM

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

BU (MS-67) Superb GEM

Description of the room

This 2021 Canadian 10-cent coin is a historic commemorative issue. It celebrates the 100th anniversary of the launch of the Bluenose (1921-2021) and is notably the first coloured 10-cent coin ever issued by the Royal Canadian Mint for circulation. The colour is applied to the ocean area, contrasting with the ship's metal.

Its certification grade is MS-67 (Mint State 67) . This coin is considered a "Superb GEM" (Superb Jewel), a very high-quality specimen and among the best preserved of this issue.

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 (1921-2021)

• Special feature: Colouring technology on the reverse.

Pattern details

• Obverse (reverse side): Features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. In MS-67 grade, the obverse displays a full and attractive luster . The surface is very clean, with minimal flaws or contact marks.

• Reverse (front side): The special Bluenose design by Yves Bérubé, showing the ship heeled over the ocean. The blue color is applied evenly and flawlessly to the sea. The contrast between the ship's bright metal and the blue coloring is perfectly preserved , without any scratches or paint chipping. The rigging details are very sharp .

Certification details

• Grade: MS-67

• Description of the grade:

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

  • 67 (on the Sheldon scale): A coin of MS-67 grade is of exceptional quality . It shows only an extremely limited number of minor imperfections. It possesses superior luster and strike .

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

  • "Superb GEM": This designation confirms that the piece is a specimen of very high quality and aesthetically remarkable.

This piece is a rare and sought-after specimen in this quality, due to the difficulty of preserving the colour and flawless surface.