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100 Dollars - Elizabeth II International Year of The Child
1979 year| Gold (.917) | 16.965 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 100 Dollars 100 CAD = USD 74 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 16.965 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#41897 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Children dancing hand in hand around the globe
Script: Latin
Lettering: 100 Dollars - 1979 Canada
Engraver: V. Côté
Designer: Carola Tietz
Edge
Serrated
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1979 Canadian $100 Gold Coin (International Year of the Child) is that it was designed by a renowned Canadian artist, Robert-Ralph Carmichael, who is known for his wildlife paintings and sculptures. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a group of children playing and laughing on the other, symbolizing the joy and innocence of childhood. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Dollars - Elizabeth II (International Year of The Child) 1979 coin.
