


100 Dollars - Elizabeth II Parliament Buildings Fire
2016 yearGold (.583) | 12 g | 27 mm |
Issuer | Canada |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2016 |
Value | 100 Dollars 100 CAD = USD 74 |
Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
Composition | Gold (.583) |
Weight | 12 g |
Diameter | 27 mm |
Thickness | 2.2 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#299706 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Parliament building on fire
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
100 DOLLARDS
1916
2016
Designer: Tony Bianco
Edge
Serrated
Comment
In 1916, tragedy struck at the heart of the young Canadian nation, when the Centre Block of its majestic Parliament suddenly fell prey to flames. At dawn, the still-smoldering exterior walls were the only remnants of this nationally significant monument, with the exception of the magnificent Library of Parliament, whose unlikely preservation has become an inspiring national symbol of resilience in the face of adversity.Special features
WORLD-RENOWNED ANNUAL $100 GOLD COIN! The Royal Canadian Mint's annual $100 gold coin marks the 100th anniversary of the preservation of the Library of Parliament, spared from the tragic fire that destroyed the original Centre Block in 1916.
POWERFUL IMAGE OF A NATIONAL TRAGEDY: The coin depicts some of the heroic efforts that went into fighting the massive blaze and preventing its spread to the Library of Parliament on that fateful winter's night.
The meticulous attention to detail in the engraving results in a motif that perfectly reproduces the architectural style of the Library of Parliament, in this portrait of a monument of national importance that still links Canada to its history.
AMAZING NUMISMATIC FINISH: The contrast between the raised frosted elements and the glossy background gives the motif an impression of depth, illustrating the artistic and technical expertise associated with the Royal Canadian Mint.
Worldwide limited edition of 1,500.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in a burgundy double-shell case featuring the Royal Canadian Mint logo. The case comes with a black protective box.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2016 Canadian $100 Gold Coin - Elizabeth II (Parliament Buildings Fire) is that it has a unique rectangular shape, unlike most coins which are round.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2016 | 1463 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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