2012 Canada $2 Circulation 5-Pack - War of 1812: HMS Shannon

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2012 Canada $2 Circulation 5-Pack - War of 1812: HMS Shannon:
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(2012) $2 Circulation 5-Pack - War of 1812: HMS ShannonReady to ShipThe War of 1812 was a fundamental turning point in Canada’s history, a struggle from which some of Canada’s earliest unifying moments emerged. These stories - including that of the Leda-class frigate, HMSShannon- have become important chapters in the narrative of Canada.

An ideal gift for someone you know interested in Canadian naval history!

Special features:
•You receive five commemorative $2 coins for $10 fv!
•In an original design, the image covers the entire coin.
•First commemorative coin to incorporate the Mint’s new security features.
•Includes Government of Canada’s 1812 logo.
•Depicts HMSShannon’s figurehead.

Design:
•Your coin features Canadian artist Bonnie Ross’ depiction of HMSShannon- rendered in elaborate detail - leaving the Halifax harbor during the War of 1812. Also includes the text “The War of 1812/La guerre de 1812” and “HMSShannon.”

Created to commemorate the bicentennial of the War of 1812, this unique coin is part of a larger collection celebrating the heroes and events of the War of 1812 - a formative event in Canadian history. Specifications

CompositionOuter Ring – Multi-ply nickel plated steel: Insert – Multi-ply brass plated aluminum bronze
Finishcirculation
Weight (g)6.92
Diameter (mm)28
Edgeinterrupted serrations
Face value2 dollar
ArtistBonnie Ross (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

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