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3 Dollars - Elizabeth II Newfoundland and Labrador; Pitcher Plant
Silver (.9999) | 7.96 g | 27 mm |
Issuer | Canada |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Years | 2020-2021 |
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#348650 |
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Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
The reverse design by Canadian artist Lisa Thomson-Khan features a coloured portrait of the official floral emblem of Newfoundland and Labrador, the pitcher plant (Sarracenia purpurea), surrounded by a stylized floral pattern.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LT
Designer: Lisa Thomson-Khan
Edge
Serrated
Comment
A symbol of Newfoundland since before Confederation, the pitcher plant (Sarracenia purpurea) attracts a lot of attention because of its carnivorous nature. But the resilience of this wetland species, and its beauty, which the piece highlights so well, are qualities that have made it the ideal emblem for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador since 1954."In creating the series, I wanted to evoke the paintings of yesteryear, with vibrant colors and broad brushstrokes reminiscent of the Victorian style. We added a complex decorative border, inspired by the fine silver filigree technique, to enhance the flowers with its stylized elements that move and curl across the surface like vines and leaves." - Lisa Thomson-Khan, artist
Did you know?
This flower is one of many carnivorous plant species native to Canada. It is found in wetlands across the country, but especially in the bogs and marshes of Newfoundland and Labrador.
The pitcher plant secretes a sweet substance to attract its insect prey. The tiny hairs lining the inside of its rainwater-filled cone-shaped leaves ensnare insects (even winged ones), eventually drowning them. Enzymes and microorganisms then break down the prey, transforming it into food.
The pitcher plant first appeared on the Newfoundland penny in 1865 - two years before the Dominion of Canada was created. Two years before becoming Canada's youngest province in 1949, Newfoundland was still producing its own coins. In fact, all those bearing a date between 1940 and 1947 were minted at our Ottawa plant.
In 1954, the Newfoundland Cabinet designated the pitcher plant as the province's official flower. Today, a stylized representation of the species is at the heart of the provincial logo.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in a double-shell case featuring the Royal Canadian Mint logo. The case is accompanied by a black protective box.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that the Pitcher Plant, which is featured on the coin's reverse, is a carnivorous plant that is native to Newfoundland and Labrador. It obtains its nutrients by capturing and digesting insects in its unique, deep-cupped leaves. This unique feature has made the Pitcher Plant a popular symbol of the province and a fascinating subject for botanists and nature enthusiasts alike.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2021 | 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 (Newfoundland and Labrador; Pitcher Plant) 2020-2021 coin.