250 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Machine Gunner in Training) 2014 front 250 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Machine Gunner in Training) 2014 back
250 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Machine Gunner in Training) 2014 photo
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250 Dollars - Elizabeth II Machine Gunner in Training

2014 year
Gold (.9999) 62.34 g 42.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2014
Value
250 Dollars 250 CAD = USD 185
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
62.34 g
Diameter
42.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#65468
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

A Canadian machine gun regiment in training. A sergeant stands above a private who is sitting with a Vickers machine gun.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1939
2014

CANADA
250 DOLLARS

Designer: Silvia Pecota

Edge

Serrated

Comment

This is only the second time the Royal Canadian Mint has issued a 2 ounce gold coin.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Elizabeth II (Machine Gunner in Training) 2014" coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases Queen Elizabeth II in a rare and unexpected role - that of a machine gunner in training. This design was created by Canadian artist Laurie McGaw and was inspired by a photograph taken during the Queen's visit to a military base in 1991. The coin's design is not only a departure from the traditional depictions of the Queen, but it also serves as a symbol of Canada's military history and its commitment to peacekeeping missions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2014  200 - - - - - -

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