Canada, 2 Dollars, Nunavut
1999 - Royal Canadian Mint - Proof - Bi-Metallic
Crowned head of Elizabeth II right, wearing a necklace and earrings.
Reproduction of a print depicting an Inuit playing the drum.
24-karat gold-plated inner core of 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. The sterling silver outer ring contains 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper.
8.83 gr
An “MS(65-70)” quality
As in numismatics it is important that the state of conservation of an item be carefully evaluated before it is offered to a discerning collector with a keen eye.
This initially obscure acronym comprising two words describing the state of conservation is explained clearly here:
Mint State(65-70)
This means – more prosaically – that the coin is brand new and free from defects, thus in the state it left the mint. It has probably never been in circulation or seen the bottom of a pocket up close. The term “fleur de coin” is also used internationally to refer to the first coins struck with a new die. By extension, this term thus also now describes “perfect” coins not displaying any defects and retaining their full original luster.