2022 Toonie ($2) Summit Series Color BU (MS-65) GEM

2022 $2 (Toonie) Commemorative "50th Anniversary Summit Series" Color

BU (MS-65) GEM

Description of the room

This 2022 Canadian $2 coin (Toonie) is the coloured version of the commemorative issue celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1972 Summit Series . The reverse features hockey players with selective colour application (red and white) on their jerseys.

Its certification with the MS-65 (Mint State 65) grade places it in the "GEM" (Jewel) category. This grade is considered the threshold of superior quality uncirculated coins ( Gem Uncirculated ). The coin is well struck, has retained all its luster, and displays good visual appeal .

General characteristics

• Face value: $2

• Year: 2022

• Issuer: Canada

• Composition: Bimetallic; with selective color on the reverse.

• Weight: 7.30 grams

• Diameter: 28.00 mm

• Theme: 50th Anniversary of the Summit Series (1972)

• Special feature: Red and white coloring on the players' jerseys.

Details of the reasons and the evaluation

• Obverse: Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II . The coin displays a full and attractive luster on both sections.

• Reverse: The hockey player motif. The colored coating is intact . In this grade, the coin may show some minor contact marks or striking imperfections. These are minor and unobtrusive , preserving the overall appeal of the specimen.

Grade evaluation details

• Grade: MS-65

• Description of the grade:

  • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated coin.

  • 65 (on the Sheldon scale): Standard Gem quality. The coin has full luster and a well-defined strike, but may have some minor contact marks that are not distracting.

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

  • Designation: GEM , confirming a high-quality collector's specimen.