Description
The Canadian War of 1812 0.25 oz gold coin symbolizes the war fought between the British and America on Canadian soil.
Although termed the “Canadian” war, the 1812 War was primarily a battle between the United States and Great Britain.
Coin Highlights:
- Minted by the Royal Canadian Mint from 2012
- Contains 1/4 ounce of fine 24-karat gold (99.99% pure)
- ¼ oz in size, 20 mm in diameter, 1.7 mm in thickness
- Weighs 7.8 g and carries a face value of 10 CAD
- Limited mintage of 2,000 coins worldwide
- Fully backed by the Canadian government
- Obverse features the right facing portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II designed by Susanna Blunt
- Reverse depicts the American Eagle on the right and the English Lion on the left with a maple leaf-adorned battle shield between them
Canada, a colony of the British, was caught in the military conflict, which contributed significantly to its development and fostered a sense of national identity.
The Canadian War of 1812 gold coins hold both numismatic and historical value, making them desirable among investors and coin collectors alike.
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a coin with rich history