{"product_id":"2012-7-coin-specimen-set-25th-anniversary-of-the-loonie","title":"2012 7-COIN SPECIMEN SET - 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LOONIE","description":"\u003cp\u003e25th Anniversary of the Loonie\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Number: 116582\u003cbr\u003eMintage: 35,000\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Specimen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo Dollars:\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Outer ring : 99+% Ni Inner core : 92% Cu, 6% Al and 2% Ni\u003cbr\u003eWeight(g): 7.3\u003cbr\u003eDiameter (mm): 28.03\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Interrupted serrations\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne Dollars:\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Nickel electroplated with bronze\u003cbr\u003eWeight(g): 7.0\u003cbr\u003eDiameter (mm): 11-sided 26.50\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Plain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e50 Cents:\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel\u003cbr\u003eWeight(g): 6.9\u003cbr\u003eDiameter (mm): 27.13\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Reeded\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e25 Cents:\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel\u003cbr\u003eWeight(g): 4.4\u003cbr\u003eDiameter (mm): 23.88\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Reeded\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e10 Cents:\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel\u003cbr\u003eWeight(g): 1.75\u003cbr\u003eDiameter (mm): 18.06\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Reeded\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 Cents:\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Three-ply nickel finish plated steel\u003cbr\u003eWeight(g): 3.95\u003cbr\u003eDiameter (mm): 21.20\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Plain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 Cent:\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Two-ply copper finish plated steel\u003cbr\u003eWeight(g): 2.35\u003cbr\u003eDiameter (mm): 19.05\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Plain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-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.\u003cbr\u003e-Exceptional packaging includes removable lens to enhance your enjoyment of the set.\u003cbr\u003e-Individual inspection of each coin ensures that owners will be fully satisfied with the quality of this addition to their collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-The elegant book-style packaging, with removable lens, splendidly complements these fine coins.\u003cbr\u003e-CD lens concept with maroon outer cover and black set-up box.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"West Edmonton Coin \u0026 Stamp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51175857356932,"sku":"116582","price":51.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/3447\/8468\/files\/a20791a134f3069540208b_m__00089.1361670698.1280.1280.jpg?v=1759512325","url":"https:\/\/www.westedmontoncoinandstamp.com\/products\/2012-7-coin-specimen-set-25th-anniversary-of-the-loonie","provider":"West Edmonton Coin \u0026 Stamp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}