The 1973 Canadian 1 dollar coin was issued as a nickel circulation coin to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Prince Edward Island joining the Canadian Confederation. The coin’s obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a laurel wreath with the inscription “ELIZABETH II D- G- REGINA.” The reverse showcases the provincial legislature building of Prince Edward Island, along with the inscriptions “CANADA DOLLAR 1873 1973” and “PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND ILE DU PRINCE EDOUARD.” It has a diameter of 32.13 mm, weighs 15.62 grams, and is made of 100% nickel with a reeded edge. Around 3.2 million of these coins were circulated, making it a notable commemorative issue from the Royal Canadian Mint in 1973.
1973 – 1 Dollar Loonie Canada
Canada 1 Dollar Coins$3.50
The 1973 Canadian 1 dollar coin is a commemorative nickel coin celebrating the 100th anniversary of Prince Edward Island joining the Confederation, featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and the provincial legislature building on the reverse. It weighs 15.62 grams, is 32.13 mm in diameter, and has a reeded edge. The coin was issued for circulation and has a mintage of about 3.2 million.
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Please login| Weight (g) | 15.62 |
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| Mintage | 3196462 |
| Diameter (mm) | 32.13 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.62 |
| Composition | 99% Nickel |
| Mint by | Royal Canadian Mint |
| Circulation | Circulated |
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