Canada's flag bursts into colour on this 2000 Celebration quarter, with fireworks lighting up the sky. It was one of the Mint's millennium coins.
Struck in nickel, 5.05 g and 23.88 mm across, with the flag in red. It comes in its capsule in the 'Celebration 2000' folder.
Collector Specifications
Country: Canada
Year: 2000
Denomination: 25 cents
Composition: Nickel (99% min.)
Weight: 5.05 g
Diameter: 23.88 mm
Finish: Uncirculated (in sealed capsule), coloured
Edge: Not verified
Certificate: None seen in photos
Packaging: Folder or card (Good condition)
Condition: Coin in capsule and Mint folder; not graded
Mintage: 25,000
Designer: Laura Paxton (reverse)
Historical Significance
As the folder explains, the design is by Laura Paxton of Thunder Bay, Ontario. She was one of more than 66,000 people who sent in their hopes and dreams for the new millennium in the Mint's 'Create a Centsation!' contest. This coloured version was limited to 25,000.
Why We Love This One
A colourful, affordable piece of millennium history.
Please note: this item is sold as is, including its packaging. The photos show the exact piece you will receive.
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