50 Cents - Elizabeth II (The Shoemaker in Heaven) 2002 front 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (The Shoemaker in Heaven) 2002 back
50 Cents - Elizabeth II (The Shoemaker in Heaven) 2002 photo
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50 Cents - Elizabeth II The Shoemaker in Heaven

2002 year
Silver (.925) 9.3 g 27.13 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2002
Value
50 Cents 0.50 CAD = USD 0.37
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
9.3 g
Diameter
27.13 mm
Thickness
2.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#31413
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

The Shoemaker in Heaven surrounded by an angel and St-Peter.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FG

Engraver: Cosme Saffioti

Designer: Francine Gravel

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Design: Canada is a land of many peoples. For hundreds of years they have come from all corners of the globe. With them, they have brought stories from their homelands. The Canadian Folklore and Legends Series celebrates this tapestry of Canadian multiculturalism with fun and exciting coins that tell tales of honesty, consequences and courage

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Shoemaker in Heaven" coin is that it was designed by Canadian artist Robert Bateman, who is known for his wildlife paintings and sculptures. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of a shoemaker working on a pair of shoes on the other side, surrounded by celestial imagery and stars. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2002  19267 - - - - - -

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