The obverse features a nature-themed pattern and the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as at 77 years of age, bare headed, wearing necklace and earrings, facing right. Effigy is accompanied by special marking consisting of double dates `1952` and `2022,` separated by four pearls symbolizing the four effigies that have graced Canadian coins during the reign of Elizabeth II.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
ELIZABETH II D•G•REGINA
1952 ⁘ 2022 (Translation: Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God)
Reverse description
The coin’s reverse features an engraved rendering of Weather Watch – Bison by Canadian artist Robert Bateman. Shown in side-profile, a bison (Bison bison) remains alert while calmly resting on a sandy bank in the open grasslands.