The 1991 Canadian 1 dollar coin, part of the common circulation series known as the “loonie,” has an 11-sided shape made of 91.5% nickel with 8.5% bronze plating, giving it a distinctive golden color. The obverse features a bust of Queen Elizabeth II with the inscription “ELIZABETH II D.G. REGINA,” while the reverse, designed by Robert R. Carmichael, depicts a Canadian common loon swimming with an island in the background, accompanied by the inscriptions “CANADA” and “DOLLAR” along the outer edge and the year “1991” below the loon. The coin weighs 7 grams, has a diameter of 26.72 mm, and is known for replacing the one-dollar banknote starting from 1987, quickly earning the nickname “loonie” from the public.
1991 – 1 Dollar Loonie Canada
Canada 1 Dollar Coins$3.50
The 1991 Canadian 1 dollar coin features an eleven-sided golden design with a loon on the reverse and Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, symbolizing the transition from the dollar bill to coinage.
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Please login| Weight (g) | 7 |
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| Mintage | 23156000 |
| Diameter (mm) | 26.5 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.75 |
| Composition | 91.5% nickel, 8.5% bronze plating |
| Circulation | Circulated |
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