CANADA
KM 492 |
SHORT COINS ENCYCLOPAEDIA |
Face Value | Diameter mm | Weight g | Thickness mm | Edge | Composition | Rotation |
10 cents | 18.03 | 1.75 | 1.22 | Reeded | Nickel-pl-Steel | Medal |
Obverse | Reverse | ||
Legend, new effigy of
Queen's bust (by designer Susanna Blunt) right, below - mint mark 'P'. Canada is a constitutional monarchy with Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada as head of state. |
Title of state, sail ship - Bluenose schooner, the year of minting, denomination. The Bluenose was not only a racing schooner, but also one of the great fishing vessels that helped build the reputation of the Grand Banks fishery. |