Encapsulated 1979 Canada specimen silver dollar (Griffon)

Encapsulated 1979 Canada specimen silver dollar as per images.Weight of 23.32gm and 50% silver content.A specimen silver coin is a coin struck to a higher quality than standard uncirculated coins, often featuring a brilliant, semi-frosted finish. These coins are typically produced for collectors or for presentation purposes, rather than for circulation. They are not proof coins, but they share some characteristics with them, such as a high level of detail and visual appeal. 

Commemorative issue

300th Anniversary of the Griffon

Obverse

Bust of Queen Elizabeth II, as at 37 years of age, wearing tiara, facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ELIZABETH II D·G·REGINA

Unabridged legend: ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA

Translation: Elizabeth II Queen by the grace of God

Reverse

The griffon, first ship that sailed the great lakes, sailing to the right, denomination and dates around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOLLAR CANADA
1679 GRIFFON 1979

Engraver: T. Smith

Designer: Walter Schluep

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