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15 Dollars - Elizabeth II Jack of Hearts
| Silver (.925) | 31.56 g | - |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2008-2009 |
| Value | 15 Dollars 15 CAD = USD 11 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.56 g |
| Size | 49.8 × 28.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
A rendition of an original piece of "playing card money", used during the years of New France as makeshift currency. Features a Jack of Hearts, coloured & with selective gold plating, and the design is based on a card from the Canadian archives. Fleur-de-lis symbol in between the Jack's legs.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAHIRE
G DE PA RIS
15 DOLLARS
Engraver: José Osio
Designer: Henri Beau
Edge
Plain
Comment
First of four coins in the series.Learn more about playing card money here
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with Queen Elizabeth II depicted as the Jack of Hearts, which is a departure from the traditional depiction of the Queen on Canadian coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 11362 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2009 | 278 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 15 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Jack of Hearts) 2008-2009 coin.
