50 Cents - Elizabeth II (Whooping Crane) 1995 front 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (Whooping Crane) 1995 back
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50 Cents - Elizabeth II Whooping Crane

1995 year
Silver (.925) 9.3 g 27.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1995
Value
50 Cents 0.50 CAD = USD 0.37
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
9.3 g
Diameter
27.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#31405
Rarity index
52%

Reverse

American Crane

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Grus americana
CANADA 50 CENTS 1995

Engraver: Stan Witten

Designer: Jean-Luc Grondin

Edge

Reeded

Comment

#2 of 4-coin series

Interesting fact

The Whooping Crane coin from Canada features a unique design that showcases the majestic bird in flight, with its wings spread wide. The coin's design is based on a real-life Whooping Crane, which was a symbol of hope and conservation efforts in Canada. The coin's mintage was limited to only 25,000 pieces, making it a rare and sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1995  172377 - - - - - -

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