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3 Dollars - Elizabeth II Manitoba; Prairie Crocus
2020 year| Silver (.9999) | 7.96 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 3 Dollars 3 CAD = USD 2.22 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 7.96 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#348280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
The reverse design by Canadian artist Lisa Thomson-Khan features a colour portrait of the official floral emblem of Manitoba, the prairie crocus (Pulsatilla ludoviciana).
Script: Latin
Lettering: LT
Designer: Lisa Thomson-Khan
Edge
Serrated
Comment
Gosling plant, pasque-flower, windflower and more—Manitoba's floral emblem, the prairie crocus, is a very early flowering beauty that goes by many names. Fluffy and fuzzy, this purple-coloured sign of spring became the official flower in 1906, when it was suggested by the Manitoba Horticultural Society and put to a vote among the province's schoolchildren. One of several provincial emblems selected by popular vote, the enchanting prairie crocus is in bloom on our fifth Floral Emblems of Canada coin that captures the look of antique silver jewellery.Did you know…
This diminutive flower can be found from the Hudson Bay area of Quebec and Ontario, Manitoba west to British Columbia, and north into Yukon and Northwest Territories.
Its mauve petals can appear before the last of the winter snow has melted. Why does it bloom so early? It gives the prairie crocus a competitive advantage: any available pollinators will be drawn to it first, and if the conditions are right, its seeds will be ripe by June. By July, its growth has peaked and it will die back to prepare for winter, therebyavoiding the sweltering summer heat.
Despite its name, the prairie crocus isn't really a crocus — it's an anemone.
Be patient if you try to grow it from seed in your garden:it can take 3-4 years for the first flowers to appear.
The prairie crocus won the hearts of Manitoba's schoolchildren in 1906. The other choices werethe prairie lily (it came in second) and the wild rose (it came in third).
Packaging:
Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box.
Interesting fact
The Prairie Crocus coin is a unique and beautiful collector's item, featuring a stunning floral design that showcases the natural beauty of Manitoba's provincial flower. The coin's design is not only visually striking, but it also has a special meaning. The Prairie Crocus is a symbol of hope and renewal, as it blooms early in the spring, signifying the end of winter and the beginning of a new cycle of life. This coin would make a lovely addition to any collection, serving as a reminder of the beauty and resilience of nature.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 4000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Manitoba; Prairie Crocus) 2020 coin.
