© Ricardo Rivera
© Ricardo Rivera
2 Dollars - Elizabeth II Nunavut; Silver
1999 year| Bimetallic: silver (.925) centre in copper plated silver (.925) ring | 8.83 g | 28.1 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 CAD = USD 1.48 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: silver (.925) centre in copper plated silver (.925) ring |
| Weight | 8.83 g |
| Diameter | 28.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#40499 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
A reproduction of a silk screen print which represents an Inuit drummer is surrounded with the legend "NUNAVUT" both in the Latin alphabet and the Inuktitut syllabary, the inscription "CANADA" and the face value
Scripts: Inuktitut, Latin
Lettering:
NUNAVUT CANADA 2 DOLLARS
ᓄᓇᕗᑦ
Engraver: Germaine Arnaktauyok
Edge
Interrupted serrations
Comment
In numismatic test set
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1999 Canadian $2 Nunavut Silver Coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases a traditional Inuit drum dancer, created by Inuit artist David Ruben Piqtoukun. This design was chosen to represent the cultural heritage of Nunavut, a territory in northern Canada that is home to a significant Inuit population. The coin's design is not only visually striking but also culturally significant, making it a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 39873 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Nunavut; Silver) 1999 coin.
