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50 Cents - Elizabeth II Bluenose
2012 year| Gold (.9999) | 1.27 g | 13.9 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 CAD = USD 0.37 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 1.27 g |
| Diameter | 13.9 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#32722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Famous fishing schooner, the Bluenose as depicted in Philip MacCready's watercolour painting.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
9999
PMC
FINE GOLD 1/25 OZ OR PUR
Engraver: Stan Witten
Designer: Phillip MacCready
Edge
Serrated
Comment
#9 of the series
Interesting fact
The Bluenose coin features a sailing ship called the Bluenose, which was a famous racing schooner that was built in Nova Scotia in 1921. The ship was known for its speed and agility, and it became a symbol of Canadian maritime history and culture. The coin's design showcases the Bluenose in full sail, with the wind in its sails and the waves crashing against its hull. The coin's gold composition and detailed design make it a valuable and collectible item for coin enthusiasts and history buffs.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 13524 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (Bluenose) 2012 coin.
