3 Dollars - Elizabeth II Dogsledding

3 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Dogsledding) - obverse3 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Dogsledding) - reverse


Features

IssuerCanada 
QueenElizabeth II (1952-2022)
TypeNon-circulating coins
Year2019
Value3 Dollars (3 CAD)
CurrencyDollar (1858-date)
CompositionSilver (.9999)
Weight7.96 g
Diameter27 mm
ShapeRound
TechniqueMilled, Coloured
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Number
N#
161471
ReferencesRCM/MRC# 171169, KM# 2773

Translation: Elizabeth II Queen by the grace of God

Engraver: Susan Taylor

Designer: Susanna Blunt

Reverse

A team of sled dogs slicing through the powdery snow on a clear winter day.
The adventure-themed image is framed by stylized icons that represent popular outdoor activities and sights in Canada: (clockwise from top) Niagara Falls; a Christmas tree; a rodeo; wine tasting; dogsledding; folk music; cherry blossoms; maple syrup tasting; whale watching; tulips; coastal drive; and the aurora borealis.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SH
CANADA

Designer: Steven Hepburn

Edge

Reeded

Mint

Royal Canadian Mint of Ottawa, Canada (1908-date)