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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II Lucky Loonie
| Brass plated steel | 6.27 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 2012-2014 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 CAD = USD 0.74 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Brass plated steel |
| Weight | 6.27 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
| Shape | Hendecagonal (11-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35988 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Loon rising from the water and Olympic logo above, to the left. New laser engraving feature is above the loon's head.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
DOLLAR
ED
Designer: Emily S. Damstra
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Lucky Loonie coin has a unique design that features a common loon, a bird known for its haunting calls, on the reverse side. The coin's design was created by Canadian artist Robert-Ralph Carmichael, and it was first introduced in 2012 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the loonie coin. The Lucky Loonie coin was produced from 2012 to 2014 and was available in circulation, as well as in special collector's editions. The coin's design has become a beloved symbol of Canadian culture and wildlife, and it is considered a lucky charm by many Canadians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2014 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Lucky Loonie 2012-2014) 2012-2014 coin.
