2022 Loonie ($1) Oscar Peterson BU (MS-64)

2022 1 Dollar (Loonie) Commemorative "OSCAR PETERSON" Uncolored

BU (MS-64) CHOICE

Description of the room

This 2022 Canadian dollar is a special commemorative issue celebrating the legendary jazz pianist, Oscar Peterson . This specimen is the uncoloured (plain metal) version of the circulation coin.

Its certification with the MS-64 (Mint State 64) grade places it in the "CHOICE" category. This is a very good quality uncirculated coin. It has retained all its luster, but shows an increased number of contact marks or minting flaws, typical of modern coins minted in large volumes.

General characteristics

• Face value: 1 dollar

• Year: 2022

• Issuer: Canada

• Composition: Nickel-plated steel

• Weight: 7.00 grams

• Diameter: 26.50 mm

• Theme: Oscar Peterson (Jazz Pianist)

Pattern details

• Obverse (reverse side): Features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II . The coin displays a full and brilliant luster .

• Reverse (front side): The pianist motif. In an MS-64 grade, the motif is clear , but the surface may show a more visible number of contact marks (small dents) or striking imperfections, visible without magnification, without however detracting from the overall appeal.

Grade evaluation details

• Grade: MS-64

• Description of the grade:

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

  • 64 (on the Sheldon scale): This grade is considered superior Choice quality . It has a full luster, but may have several contact marks or striking flaws more visible than GEM specimens.

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

  • "CHOICE": This designation confirms that the coin is an uncirculated specimen of very good quality.