5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (May Birthstone) 2016 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (May Birthstone) 2016 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (May Birthstone) 2016 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II May Birthstone

2016 year
Silver (.9999) 7.96 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
5 Dollars 5 CAD = USD 3.69
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Silver (.9999)
Weight
7.96 g
Diameter
27 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled (Crystal elements)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#358074
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Lotus pattern fills the background, a Swarovski crystal at top, dragon below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CRR

Designer: Three Degrees Creative Inc.

Edge

Serrated

Comment

Birthstones have an undeniable mystical appeal, and this coin serves up all the beauty of a gem with an unexpected twist—it's accompanied by an auspicious and powerful dragon, and a background of highly symbolic lotus flowers.

Packaging:
Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell with a black beauty box.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the May Birthstone 5 Dollar coin from Canada is that it features a unique design that showcases a sparkling emerald, which is the birthstone for the month of May. The coin's design features a stylized image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a beautiful emerald on the other, surrounded by intricate details and inscriptions. The use of .9999 fine silver and a weight of 7.96 grams adds to the coin's value and collectibility.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016  3000 - - - - - -

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