2012 7-COIN SPECIMEN SET - 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LOONIE

25th Anniversary of the Loonie

This year, the aureate dollar features a Common Loon swimming on a calm Canadian lake. Her two young chicks accompany her: one swimming just behind its mother and the other riding on mother's back-a trait of this captivating aquatic species. The mother, in her brightly spotted summer plumage, diligently protects her offspring, scanning the lake for fish and listening for the call of her mate.

In 2012, the Royal Canadian Mint celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Loonie-the iconic Canadian one-dollar coin bearing the image of this great Canadian icon. Like its namesake, the Loonie has proven resilient, emblematic, and long-lived. This specimen set commemorates two important cultural symbols- the loon and the Loonie by showcasing their beauty and individuality in a perennial collector's favorite.

Specifications:
Item Number: 116582
Mintage: 35,000
Finish: Specimen

Two Dollars:
Composition: Outer ring : 99+% Ni Inner core : 92% Cu, 6% Al and 2% Ni
Weight(g): 7.3
Diameter (mm): 28.03
Edge: Interrupted serrations

One Dollars:
Composition: Nickel electroplated with bronze
Weight(g): 7.0
Diameter (mm): 11-sided 26.50
Edge: Plain

50 Cents:
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight(g): 6.9
Diameter (mm): 27.13
Edge: Reeded

25 Cents:
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight(g): 4.4
Diameter (mm): 23.88
Edge: Reeded

10 Cents:
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight(g): 1.75
Diameter (mm): 18.06
Edge: Reeded


5 Cents:
Composition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Weight(g): 3.95
Diameter (mm): 21.20
Edge: Plain

1 Cent:
Composition: Two-ply copper finish plated steel
Weight(g): 2.35
Diameter (mm): 19.05
Edge: Plain

Special Features:
-A unique opportunity for collectors of Canadian coins to not only own a complete specimen set, but celebrate 25 years of one of Canada's most historically striking coins-the Loonie.
-Exceptional packaging includes removable lens to enhance your enjoyment of the set.
-Individual inspection of each coin ensures that owners will be fully satisfied with the quality of this addition to their collection.

Packaging:
-The elegant book-style packaging, with removable lens, splendidly complements these fine coins.
-CD lens concept with maroon outer cover and black set-up box.