1 Dollar - Elizabeth II Northern Harrier; specimen set

Reverse

A northern harrier

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CANADA
AN
2010
DOLLAR

Engraver: Arnold Nogy

Edge

Plain

Comment

2010 specimen set

Hen Harrier, the only African gymnogen living in Canada. This superb bird of prey can be seen gliding silently over swamps in search of its prey. The Hen Harrier has a blond rump patch and an owl-like head. It has a long tail and a wingspan of up to 122cm.

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Ensemble spécimen 2010

Le Busard Saint-Martin, seul gymnogène d'Afrique vivant au Canada. On peut apercevoir ce superbe oiseau de proie planant silencieusement au ras des marécages pour y trouver sa proie. Le busard Saint-Martin porte une tache blance à la croupe et sa tête ressemble à celle d'un hibou. Il a une longue queue, et ses ailes peuvent atteindre 122cm d'envergure.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Northern Harrier; specimen set) 2010 from Canada is that it features a unique design of the Northern Harrier, a bird of prey that is known for its distinctive owl-like face and sharp vision. The coin's design captures the bird in flight, with its wings spread wide and its sharp eyes focused on its prey. The coin's bronze plating and nickel core give it a distinctive weight and feel, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.

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