This 2012 $2 coin from The Royal Canadian Mint features a stunning obverse of Queen Elizabeth II at age 77, and a detailed reverse depicting HMS Shannon departing Halifax during the War of 1812. Graded MS-64 by ICCS and composed of bimetallic materials, this collectible piece is a must-have for history enthusiasts and coin investors alike, with references to Ch# RC-351 and KM# 1258.
- Issuer: The Royal Canadian Mint
- Year: 2012
- Face Value: $2 Dollars
- Composition: Bimetallic: brass plated aluminium bronze centre in nickel plated steel ring
- Obverse: Head of Queen Elizabeth II, as at 77 years of age, bare headed, wearing necklace and earrings, facing right.
- Reverse: HMS Shannon leaving the Halifax harbour during the War of 1812.
- Grade: MS-64 (ICCS)
- Catalogue Reference: Ch# RC-351, KM# 1258