2008 🍁 Sterling Silver Coloured Lucky Loonie (2010 Vancouver Olympics)

Description: 2008 Sterling Silver Coloured Lucky Loonie Description: The 2008 Sterling Silver Coloured LuckyLoonie was minted by the Royal Canadian Mint to commemorate the Beijing 2008Olympic Games. It features the iconic Canadian loon on the reverse side (tailsside), selectively coloured to represent the Canadian flag, with the red mapleleaf and rings around the loon. Specifications: Composition: Sterling Silver (92.5% silver, 7.5% copper) Weight: Approximately 7.0 grams Diameter: Approximately 26.5 millimeters Finish: Proof-like or Specimen finish Mintage: Limited mintage 30,000 Total, exact number varies Denomination: $1.00 Design: The obverse side (heads side) features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt. The reverse side depicts the iconic loon with selectively applied red colouring, surrounded by red rings representing the Canadian flag. Special Features: Released to commemorate the success of Canadian athletes at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, where the Canadian men's and women's rowing teams won gold medals. The coin comes with original packaging, including a leather box and Certificate, enhancing its presentation and collectibility. Notably, the only Olympic Winter Games held in Canada before 2008 were in 1988, in the city of Calgary, Alberta. In 2010, Canada proudly hosted the XXI Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, British Columbia. Collectibility: The 2008 Sterling Silver ColouredLucky Loonie is highly collectible among both coin enthusiasts and sports fans,commemorating a significant moment in Canadian Olympic history.

Price: 75 CAD

Location: Markham, Ontario

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