Head of Queen Elizabeth II, as at 77 years of age, bare headed, wearing necklace and earrings, facing right. Below, double dates “1952” and “2022”, separated by four pearls symbolizing the four effigies that have graced Canadian coins throughout her reign. Inscription with legend and date surrounding obverse.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
ELIZABETH 2023 II D·G·REGINA
SB
1952⁘2022 (Translation: Elizabeth II Queen by the grace of God)
Reverse description
The centre portion shows an adult polar bear in early summer on an ice floe, while the circular frame bears the “W” (Winnipeg) mint mark.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
CANADA
W
BT
2 DOLLARS
Edge
Serrated
Mint
W Royal Canadian Mint of Winnipeg,Canada (1976-date)