10 Dollars - Elizabeth II Northern Cardinal

Reverse

Coloured Northern Cardinal on some leaves

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10 DOLLARS CANADA 2015

Designer: Derek C. Wicks

Edge

Reeded

Comment

With its bright red plumage and distinctive crest, the red cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) is an eye-catcher anywhere. From southern Manitoba to the Atlantic provinces in the east, it embodies the mesmerizing beauty of the Canadian wilderness, like so many other colourful songbirds.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Avec son plumage rouge vif et sa huppe caractéristique, le cardinal rouge (Cardinalis cardinalis) attire aisément l'attention en tout lieu. Depuis le sud du Manitoba jusqu'aux provinces atlantiques à l'est, il incarne l'envoûtante beauté de la nature canadienne, comme tant d'autres oiseaux chanteurs colorés.

Interesting fact

The Northern Cardinal coin featuring Queen Elizabeth II, issued in 2015 by the Royal Canadian Mint, is unique because it contains a rare error. The coin was mistakenly minted with a reverse proof finish, which means that the background is frosted instead of the usual mirror-like finish. This error adds a unique charm to the coin, making it highly sought after by collectors.

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