2022 Toonie ($2) BLACK RING TRIBUTE BU (MS-67) SUPERB GEM

2022 2 Dollars (Toonie) Commemorative "BLACK CIRCLE (TRIBUTE)"

BU (MS-67) Superb GEM

Description of the room

This 2022 Canadian $2 coin (Toonie) was issued to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, distinguished by a blackened central ring that replaces the traditional metallic finish.

Its MS-67 (Mint State 67) certification places it in the "Superb GEM" category. This grade represents exceptional quality , showing only very slight microscopic imperfections that are not distracting . MS-67 is a highly sought-after quality for a bimetallic circulation coin.

General characteristics

• Face value: $2

• Year: 2022

• Issuer: Canada

• Composition: Bimetallic; steel center plated with a special black finish.

• Weight: 7.30 grams

• Diameter: 28.00 mm

• Theme: Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II (Black Circle)

Details of the reasons and the evaluation

• Obverse: Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II . The strike is very sharp , and the luster is full and vibrant on the ring and center.

• Reverse: The polar bear motif. The black plating is very uniform and the visual appeal is remarkable . The coin shows minimal contact marks, visible only under magnification.

Grade evaluation details

• Grade: MS-67

• Description of the grade:

  • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated coin.

  • 67 (on the Sheldon scale): Exceptional quality. Only an extremely limited number of contact marks or typing defects, all microscopic and non-distracting.

  • BU (Brilliant Uncirculated): Retains the original brilliance of the coin.

  • Designation: Superb GEM , a superior and well-preserved collector's quality.