15 Dollars - Elizabeth II King of Hearts
2009 year| Silver (.925) | 31.56 g | - |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 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#347135 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
A rendition of an original piece of "playing card money", used during the years of New France as makeshift currency. Features the King of Hearts (Charlemagne) wearing a cloak edged with a scarf-like pattern, while the fleur-de-lis (a symbol of the French monarch) visible throughout. It is based on a card from the Canadian archives.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G. DE PARIS
15 DOLLARS
Engraver: José Osio
Designer: Henri Beau
Edge
Plain
Comment
Third of four coins in the series.Learn more about playing card money here
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2009 Canadian $15 Elizabeth II (King of Hearts) silver coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing the King of Hearts playing card, which is not a common motif on coins. This design was created by Canadian artist and designer, Susanna Blunt, and it adds a touch of whimsy and playfulness to the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 (King of Hearts) 2009 coin.
