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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II First Gold Coins
2002 year| Gold (.900) | 8.36 g | 21.6 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 CAD = USD 3.69 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 8.36 g |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#68337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Original coat of arms design from the 1912 coin
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
1912-2002
FIVE DOLLARS
Engraver: Cosme Saffioti
Designer: William Henry James Blakemore
Edge
Serrated
Comment
To mark the 90th anniversary of production of the first Canadian gold coin of 1912 (with double date 1912-2002).See also the $10 produced simultaneously.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2002 Canadian $5 Elizabeth II First Gold Coins is that they were the first gold coins issued by the Royal Canadian Mint. This coin was a significant departure from the traditional silver or nickel coins that were commonly used in circulation at the time. The use of gold was a symbol of the rich history and prosperity of Canada, and it marked a new era in the country's numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 1998 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (First Gold Coins) 2002 coin.
