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3 Dollars - Elizabeth II Prince Edward Island; Lady's Slipper
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#348615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
The reverse design by Canadian artist Lisa Thomson-Khan features a colour portrait of the official floral emblem of Prince Edward Island, the pink lady's slipper (Cypripedium acaule).
Script: Latin
Lettering: LT
Designer: Lisa Thomson-Khan
Edge
Serrated
Comment
The island province of Canada is home to three native species of lady's slipper, but it's the pink lady's slipper (Cypripedium acaule), or lady's slipper, that has the honor of appearing on the seventh coin in our Floral Emblems of Canada series. The reverse features a superb representation of this slow-growing woodland beauty, elegantly framed by a motif inspired by an antique jewel."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." - Lisa Thomson-Khan, artist
Did you know?
The lady's slipper was named Prince Edward Island's provincial flower on April 24, 1947. Initially, the island was symbolized by the royal lady's-slipper, a species not found on the island. In 1965, the pink lady's slipper (Cypripedium acaule) was designated the official emblem.
The flower takes its name from its pocket-shaped petals, which resemble a hoof.
Contrary to its name, the pink lady's slipper is not necessarily pink: its petals can also be white, although this is rarer.
Canada is home to eight different species of lady's slipper, which can be found almost everywhere in the country, except in British Columbia, the Yukon and Nunavut.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in a double-shell case featuring the Royal Canadian Mint logo. The case comes with a black protective box.
Interesting fact
The Lady's Slipper coin, minted in 2021, is a unique and interesting coin from Canada. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it features a rare and exquisite flower, the Lady's Slipper orchid, which is native to Prince Edward Island. The coin's design showcases the delicate beauty of the flower, with its distinctive slipper-like shape and vibrant colors. This coin is a stunning tribute to the natural beauty of Canada and a must-have for any coin collector or nature enthusiast.
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 (Prince Edward Island; Lady's Slipper) 2021 coin.
