50 Cents - Elizabeth II (Eskimo Dog) 1997 front 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (Eskimo Dog) 1997 back
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50 Cents - Elizabeth II Eskimo Dog

1997 year
Silver (.925) 9.3 g 27.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
50 Cents 0.50 CAD = USD 0.37
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
9.3 g
Diameter
27.1 mm
Thickness
2.01 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#60941
Rarity index
62%

Reverse

Canadian Eskimo Dog

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AN
CANADA 50 CENTS 1997

Engraver: Cosme Saffioti

Designer: Arnold A. Nogy

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1997 Canadian Silver 50-Cent Coin featuring Elizabeth II (Eskimo Dog) is that it was part of a special collection commemorating the 50th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II to the throne. The coin's design features a unique image of the Queen wearing a traditional Inuit parka and scarf, surrounded by an igloo and an Eskimo dog. The coin's obverse side features the standard portrait of Queen Elizabeth II used on Canadian coins at the time. This coin is considered a rare and unique collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of the Canadian monarchy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  184536 - - - - - -

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