2025 2 Dollars (Toonie) - Tribute to the Unknown Soldier
COLOR VERSION - BU (Mint State)
Description of the room
This 2025 Canadian $2 (Toonie) coin is a commemorative coin in BU (Brilliant Uncirculated) condition, which classifies it as Uncirculated (Mint State - MS) . It pays tribute to the Unknown Soldier and all Canadians who have served.
The Colour version is particularly sought after as it uses a selective ink application to accentuate design elements on the reverse, often using the colour Red (symbol of the poppy or remembrance) to increase the impact of the memorial.
BU (Mint State) quality
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Uncirculated: The item is guaranteed to be free from any wear and tear from circulation.
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Luster: It retains its original and complete striking luster .
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Intact Colour: The colour application is complete and without scratching , a crucial criterion for coloured pieces in BU condition.
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Strike: The strike is generally clean and precise .
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Imperfections: Being a normal circulation item, it may show slight contact marks (bag marks) typical of high volume production.
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Typical Grade: Generally located in the MS-63 to MS-65 range.
Pattern and Composition
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Reverse: The commemorative motif would be centered on the theme of the Unknown Soldier and remembrance. The color (COLOUR) is applied selectively to highlight the commemorative theme, such as a stylized poppy.
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Obverse: Effigy of His Majesty King Charles III (the standard obverse for 2025).
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Composition: Outer ring in nickel plated and core in nickel plated bronze aluminum (standard two-tone structure).
Numismatic Characteristics
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Face value: $2
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Year: 2025
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Theme: Tribute to the Unknown Soldier.
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Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)
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Condition: BU (Brilliant Out of Circulation) / Mint State (MS) .
