250 Dollars - Elizabeth II Elizabeth II's 90th Birthday
2016 year| Gold (.9999) | 60.08 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 250 Dollars 250 CAD = USD 185 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 60.08 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#369070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The design on the reverse is inspired by the Vladimir tiara, which was made with the famous Cambridge emeralds. The Royal Canadian Mint's engravers worked with renowned jeweller Steve Thompson (of Thompson S.D. Jewellers Ltd.) to integrate gem-setting into the coining process. The result is a rare, meticulously crafted piece reminiscent of the composition of the tiara: diamonds arranged in circles with an emerald in the middle of each. The famous tiara is further evoked in the carefully engraved motif around the piece: 90 circles in honor of the Queen's 90th birthday, a historic event appropriately highlighted by the double-dated inscription "1926-2016".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
250 DOLLARS
CANADA 1926-2016
Edge
Serrated
Comment
On April 21, 2016, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada, will celebrate her 90th birthday. To mark this milestone and pay tribute to the Queen, the Royal Canadian Mint has created this extraordinary 99.99% pure gold coin, featuring an original design imbued with rarity and elegant symbolism.This is the first time the Royal Canadian Mint has issued a gold coin set with multiple precious stones. Adorned with a genuine emerald and 29 Canadian diamonds totalling
0.90 carat in total - to mark the Queen's 90th birthday - this true work of art features another symbolic element: the diamond is the jubilarian's birthstone.
The AAA-quality cabochon-cut emerald, strategically encrusted at the heart of the piece, is also the emblematic stone of 90th birthdays. For hundreds of years, Cambridge emeralds have been an integral part of various royal jewels. One of these is the Vladimir tiara, which is set with diamonds arranged in circles with an emerald in the middle, the very motif from which this piece draws its inspiration, and which is sure to become a treasured decollection item the world over.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in a wooden case featuring the Royal Canadian Mint logo. The case is accompanied by an illustrated protective box.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it has a unique square shape, which sets it apart from most coins that are typically round in shape.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 175 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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