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25 Cents - Elizabeth II Albertosaurus sarcophagus
2019 year| Nickel plated steel | 4.4 g | 23.88 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 25 Cents 0.25 CAD = USD 0.18 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 23.88 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#160548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
A Albertosaurus sarcophagus is rushing towards the viewer, the tyrannosaurid is open-mouthed to allow a view of its sharp, serrated teeth.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA 25 CENTS
JC
2019 ALBERTOSAURUS SARCOPHAGUS
Designer: Julius Csotonyi
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This is the dinosaur that put Canada on the palaeontology map in 1884—it was the first meat-eating dinosaur discovered here.Interesting fact
The Albertosaurus sarcophagus, featured on the 25-cent coin, is a rare and unique fossil discovery. It is a well-preserved skeleton of an Albertosaurus, a type of tyrannosaurid dinosaur, that was found in the Badlands of Alberta, Canada. The fossil is significant not only because of its excellent preservation but also because it provides valuable insights into the behavior and biology of these prehistoric creatures. The discovery of the Albertosaurus sarcophagus has helped scientists to better understand the evolution and diversity of tyrannosaurid dinosaurs.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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