1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Transatlantic Cable with map) 2016 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Transatlantic Cable with map) 2016 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Transatlantic Cable with map) 2016 photo
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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II Transatlantic Cable with map

2016 year
Silver (.9999) 23.17 g 36.07 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
1 Dollar 1 CAD = USD 0.74
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Silver (.9999)
Weight
23.17 g
Diameter
36.07 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#83650
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

S.S. Great Eastern at Heart's Content, Newfoundland; the maritime image overlaps a map of the Northern Atlantic Ocean

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOLLAR
2016
CANADA
YB

Designer: Yves Bérubé

Edge

Serrated

Comment

2 varieties exist:

1- Proof version
2- Gold plated version

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Transatlantic Cable with Map 1 Dollar coin from Canada is that it commemorates the 150th anniversary of the first transatlantic telegraph cable, which was laid between Canada and Ireland in 1858. The cable revolutionized communication between North America and Europe, allowing for faster transmission of messages across the Atlantic Ocean. The coin's design features a map of the cable's route, highlighting the significance of this technological achievement.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016  9211 - - - - - -

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