50 Cents (In the name of Elizabeth II; Mosaic of Canadian Icons) 2023 front 50 Cents (In the name of Elizabeth II; Mosaic of Canadian Icons) 2023 back
50 Cents (In the name of Elizabeth II; Mosaic of Canadian Icons) 2023 photo
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50 Cents In the name of Elizabeth II; Mosaic of Canadian Icons

2023 year
Nickel plated steel 6.9 g 27.13 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
King
Charles III (2022-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2023
Value
50 Cents 0.50 CAD = USD 0.37
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Nickel plated steel
Weight
6.9 g
Diameter
27.13 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#368438
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

Mosaic made of white elements (clockwise): polar bear (Ursus maritimus), hockey skate, canoe with oars, beaver (Castor canadensis), toque, moose (Alces alces), curling stone, and snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus), and of red elements at center which form a maple leaf (clockwise): moose’s antlers, Canada goose (Branta canadensis), mitten, loon (Gavia immer), and log held by beaver.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CANADA
2023
AG

Designer: Alisha Giroux

Edge

Serrated

Comment

In 6-coin collectors set.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique mosaic design that showcases various iconic Canadian symbols, such as the maple leaf, the beaver, and the RCMP officer. This design was created by Canadian artist, Jamie Desrochers, and it's the first time that a coin has featured this type of mosaic artwork.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2023  30000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents (In the name of Elizabeth II; Mosaic of Canadian Icons) 2023 coin.