UN Peacekeeping 50th Anniversary Dollar (Loonie)

Canada (Royal Canadian Mint) · 1995

A gold-colored 11-sided Canadian dollar coin featuring peacekeepers on the reverse.

Country: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)
Year: 1995
Denomination: 1 Dollar (CAD)
Metal: Bronze plated Nickel (91.5% Ni, 8.5% Bronze plating)

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Overview

A gold-colored 11-sided Canadian dollar coin featuring peacekeepers on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued to commemorate the 50th anniversary of United Nations Peacekeeping. Canada has been a major contributor to UN peace missions since their inception.

Obverse (front)

Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right wearing the Georges IV State Diadem, designed by Dora de Pédery-Hunt. Legend includes 'ELIZABETH II D·G·REGINA' and the date '1995'.

Reverse (back)

Three UN peacekeepers in various roles (radio operator, observer with binoculars, and infantryman) standing on a base; 'CANADA DOLLAR' along the rim with a small maple leaf.

Estimated value

$0.75 - $1.00 USD (Face Value) in circulated condition; $2.00 - $5.00 USD in Mint State (MS-65).

What drives this coin's value

Condition is the primary factor. As a high-mintage circulation coin, it is generally only worth face value unless in perfect, uncirculated condition.

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine / About Uncirculated. Visible surface marks and bag chatter, but high design details remain sharp.

Mintage & rarity

Common; Approximately 41,559,000 minted.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for the distinct 11-sided shape and magnetic properties (the nickel core makes it strongly magnetic). Counterfeits of this specific commemorative are rare.

Notable varieties & errors

No major recognized die varieties exist for this specific commemorative issue.

Similar coins

Standard Loonie (Common Loon reverse); 1992 Confederation Dollar. Distinguished by the three soldiers on the reverse.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges to avoid transferring oils from skin. Avoid cleaning or polishing as it destroys numismatic value. Store in a PVC-free flip or coin holder.