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2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II First Canadian Gold Coin
2017 yearGold (.9999) | 1000 g | 101.6 mm |
Issuer | Canada |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2017 |
Value | 2500 Dollars 2500 CAD = USD 1847 |
Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
Composition | Gold (.9999) |
Weight | 1000 g |
Diameter | 101.6 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#182906 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Canada's coat of arms (as it appeared in 1912)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
2017
2500 DOLLARS
Designer: William Henry James Blakemore
Edge
Serrated
Comment
Whether in terms of the gold used, the minting or even the symbolic motif, our first gold coin, issued in 1912, was Canadian in every sense of the word. Its engraved representation of Canada's coat of arms evoked a growing nation, while its very existence was a milestone that would be followed by many others: the Ottawa branch of the Royal Mint would evolve into the Royal Canadian Mint of today.As part of Canada's 150th anniversary celebrations taking place throughout the year, the Royal Canadian Mint is revisiting a gold coin of profound historical significance for both the Mint and Canada. The first gold coin is back - this time in the form of a kilogram of 99.99% pure gold, with a few contemporary elements to remind us of how far we've come together.
A superb addition to your collection! Don't delay, order your copy today!
Special features
A GOLDEN MILESTONE! A spectacular way to commemorate Canada's first gold coin, with deep historical significance for the country and for the Royal Canadian Mint.
THE WEIGHT OF HISTORY! Minted from one kilogram of 99.99% pure gold, this majestic coin boasts a higher degree of purity than the original, and is almost five times larger in diameter.
MADE A GOOD IMPRESSION! Struck up to four times to ensure an impeccable, brilliant finish, the motif on the reverse is steeped in history, while reflecting the unrivalled skill and precision of today's craftsmen.
A SPECIAL EDITION FOR CANADA'S 150th ANNIVERSARY! One of the very few luxury products offered as part of our Canada 150 program, this imposing one-kilogram gold coin bears the official Canada 150 logo as a private label; it also appears as a graphic element on the protective box.
A RARE PRIVILEGE! With an extremely limited worldwide print run of just 20, this is a rare and highly prestigious collector's item.
NUMBERED CERTIFICATE! The Royal Canadian Mint certifies the authenticity of all its collector coins. Most are accompanied by a certificate bearing a unique number, the series starting at 1.
ONE KILOGRAM OF PURE GOLD! The coin is struck in one kilogram of 99.99% pure gold.
Did you know?
This coin is made from 99.99% pure gold, but the original coin minted between 1912 and 1914 was made from 10% copper and 90% gold. While in 1912, the gold used to manufacture the coins came from the Klondike region (in the Yukon), in 1913 and 1914 it was extracted from gold mines in Ontario.
In August 1914, use of the gold standard ceased due to major changes in the Canadian financial system, and in 1915, the Canadian gold coin program came to an end.
Most of the coins minted between 1912 and 1914 became part of the Dominion Government's gold reserve until March 1935, when the new Bank of Canada began storing them in its vault. Many remained in the vault for over 75 years, until 2012, when some were returned to the Royal Canadian Mint and offered to collectors.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the $2500 Elizabeth II (First Canadian Gold Coin) 2017 from Canada is that it has a unique reverse design that features a maple leaf, which is a symbol of Canada, made up of smaller maple leaves. This design is meant to represent the country's diversity and the idea that Canada is stronger when its people come together.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2017 | 20 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2500 Dollars - Elizabeth II (First Canadian Gold Coin) 2017 coin.