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15 Dollars - Elizabeth II King George V
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 30 g | 36.2 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 15 Dollars 15 CAD = USD 11 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 30 g |
| Diameter | 36.2 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#31582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Ultra-high relief, bust of King George V, wearing a crown, facing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
15
DOLLARS
2008
GEORGIVS V
Designer: Edgar Bertram MacKennal
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin is struck in super high relief on a proof background, 3rd in the series.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique double-effigy design, with both Queen Elizabeth II and her great-grandfather King George V appearing on the obverse side. This design was created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of King George V's reign.
