15 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Year of the Snake) 2001 front 15 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Year of the Snake) 2001 back
15 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Year of the Snake) 2001 photo
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15 Dollars - Elizabeth II Year of the Snake

2001 year
Silver (.925) 34 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2001
Value
15 Dollars 15 CAD = USD 11
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
34 g
Diameter
40 mm
Thickness
3.35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#136650
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

24-Karat gold-plated cameo depicting a snake in centre, surrounded by 12 astrological animals marking the Chinese lunar calendar.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HC

Engraver: José Osio

Designer: Harvey Chan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Part of a lunar calendar series, 1998 - 2009

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Canadian 2001 $15 Elizabeth II (Year of the Snake) silver coin is that it features a unique snake design on its reverse side, which was created by Canadian artist and designer, Laurie McGaw. The snake is depicted in a spiral shape, curled around a stylized maple leaf, which is a symbol of Canada. The use of a snake in the design was meant to represent renewal and transformation, as well as to commemorate the Year of the Snake in the Chinese lunar calendar.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2001  60754 - - - - - -

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