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50 Dollars - Elizabeth II War of 1812
| Issuer | Royal Canadian Mint |
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| Year | 2017 |
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| Shape | Round |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features the fourth official effigy of Queen Elizabeth II as rendered by Susanna Blunt, depicting the monarch in right-facing portrait at approximately 77 years of age, bare-headed, wearing a necklace and drop earrings. The legend ELIZABETH II arcs above the portrait in the upper field, while the denomination 50 DOLLARS and the issuer name CANADA appear in the lower field. The effigy is rendered in high relief with fine detail characteristic of Royal Canadian Mint platinum issues. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a dynamic heraldic composition commemorating the War of 1812, featuring a confrontational arrangement of a bald eagle, symbolizing American forces, facing a rampant lion representing the British-commanded forces. At the centre between the two animals is a shield emblazoned with a Canadian maple leaf, signifying the role of Canadian forces in the conflict. The design is executed in high relief against a polished field. The legend WAR OF 1812 - GUERRE DE 1812 appears prominently, flanked by the date 2017, and the lower field bears the fineness and metal specifications CBS 9995 FINE PLATINUM 1/2 OZ PLATINE PUR. |
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