© The Coin Shoppe
© The Coin Shoppe
50 Cents - Elizabeth II Seahorse
2014 year| Gold (.9999) | 1.27 g | 13.92 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2014 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 CAD = USD 0.37 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 1.27 g |
| Diameter | 13.92 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#365943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Seahorse left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA
50
CENTS
2014
ED
Engraver: Marcus Hallam
Designer: Emily S. Damstra
Edge
Serrated
Comment
Second coin in the series.The seahorse is one of the most fascinating creatures in the sea, and the province of Nova Scotia is fortunateto have one species of this extraordinary fish living along its coastline. It's the lined seahorse (Hippocampus erectus), and its unique characteristics go far beyond its horse-like head, including a tail like a monkey; changing colours (and shapes!) like a chameleon; and a brood pouch like a kangaroo on the males so they can hatchand raise as many as 700 fry until they know how to swim!
The seahorse's eyes are reminiscent of a chameleon's andcan also swivel about independently. Fish scales have been replaced by a bony armour that covers the seahorse's body in a series of rings, and the small dorsal fin, used for small amounts of propulsion, makes it easy to envision why this fish is not agood swimmer and needs a strong, monkey-like tail to pull itself around in the seaweed or coral.
Design:
Your coin was designed by Canadian artist Emily Damstra who has created a stunningly detailed side profile of a female lined seahorse that clearly shows why this unique fish was named after a horse, but with a more tube-like snout that sucks up prey like a straw.
Packaging:
Your coin is encapsulated and presented in aRoyal Canadian Mint-branded maroon clamshell with a black beauty box.
Interesting fact
The 2014 Canadian Gold Seahorse 50-cent coin is a unique and interesting collector's item. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it features a seahorse design, which is a symbol of the ocean's wonders and the importance of marine conservation. The coin's design also highlights the monarch's role as the protector of the ocean and its inhabitants. Additionally, the coin's gold content and high level of detail make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 3049 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Seahorse) 2014 coin.
