2 Dollars In the name of Elizabeth II; Polar bear
2023 year| Bimetallic: brass plated aluminium bronze centre in nickel plated steel ring | 6.99 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 CAD = USD 1.48 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: brass plated aluminium bronze centre in nickel plated steel ring |
| Weight | 6.99 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#353889 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Polar bear on ice flow, facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BT
CANADA 2 DOLLARS
Designer: Brent Townsend
Edge
Interrupted serrations and incuse lettering
Position A - Edge lettering with Obverse on top
Position B - Edge lettering with Reverse on top
Script: Latin
Lettering: CANADA 2 DOLLARS
Comment
Canada initially minted 2023 coins with a transitional effigy of Queen Elizabeth II while a new effigy of Charles III is prepared (or else if a new law is voted).
This coin is to be only found in sets or collector cards.
RCM/MRC#202193 - Collector’s Edition Non-Circulation Coin Set
RCM/MRC#205695 - Birthday Five-Coin Gift Card Set (2023)
RCM/MRC#205712 - Baby Five-Coin Gift Card Set (2023)
RCM/MRC#205719 - Ô Canada Five-Coin Gift Card Set (2023)
RCM/MRC#205729 - Holiday Five-Coin Gift Card Set (2023)
RCM/MRC#206950 - Collector’s Edition Special Wrap Roll Set
RCM/MRC#207348 - 2023 Mosaic of Canadian Icons – 6-coin set
RCM/MRC#208150 - 2023 Commemorative Collector Keepsake Card – National Indigenous Peoples Day
RCM/MRC#208337 - 2023 Commemorative Collector Keepsake Card – Honouring Elsie MacGill
RCM/MRC#244656 - 2023 Commemorative Collector Keepsake Collection
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique polar bear design, which is a symbol of Canada's Arctic region and its commitment to conservation efforts. The coin's design also highlights the importance of protecting the polar bear's natural habitat and raising awareness about the impacts of climate change on their population.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Dollars (In the name of Elizabeth II; Polar bear) 2023 coin.
