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3 Dollars - Elizabeth II Nunavut; Purple Saxifrage
2021 year| Silver (.9999) | 7.96 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 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#348653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The reverse design by Canadian artist Lisa Thomson-Khan features a coloured portrait of the official floral emblem of Nunavut, the purple saxifrage (Saxifraga oppositifolia).
Script: Latin
Lettering: LT
Designer: Lisa Thomson-Khan
Edge
Serrated
Comment
The magnificent purple saxifrage (Saxifraga oppositifolia) is called aupaluktunnguat in Inuktitut, one of Nunavut's four official languages. This starry flower is one of the most northerly wildflower species in the country. It is also one of the first signs of spring in the Arctic, where its sudden reappearance after a harsh winter symbolizes the enduring, determined nature of the region's inhabitants."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 an intricate 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."
DID YOU KNOW?
The territory of Nunavut was officially created on April 1, 1999. Opposite-leaf Saxifrage became the official floral emblem a year later, on May 1, 2000.
Saxifraga is derived from the Latin words saxum, meaning "stone" or "rock", and frango, meaning "to break". As this flowering species generally grows in cracks and crevices, it gives the impression of having split stone.
Opposite-leaf saxifrage flowers are edible: they're even part of the traditional diet in places where berries aren't available. Stems and leaves can be made into infusions, and sweetened flowers (in moderation) can be used to relieve stomach problems.
Interesting fact
The Purple Saxifrage coin, minted in 2021, is the first coin in the Royal Canadian Mint's new "Nunavut" series, which aims to celebrate the culture and natural beauty of Canada's northernmost territory.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 (Nunavut; Purple Saxifrage) 2021 coin.
