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

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

BU (MS-64) CHOICE

Description of the room

This 2022 Canadian dollar is a commemorative issue celebrating the legendary jazz pianist, Oscar Peterson . This particular coin is the circulation version with purple accents applied to the piano keyboard.

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 is representative of a specimen that has retained all its luster but shows an increased number of contact marks or minting flaws, typical of modern coins produced 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

• Special feature: Mauve coloring technology on the reverse.

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. The color mauve is present. In this grade, the surface may show a more visible number of contact marks (small dents) or striking imperfections, including in the field and possibly on the colored area, but without being excessively distracting.

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.