Description
The 1998 Canada Specimen Coin Set is an official collector issue from the Royal Canadian Mint, featuring seven circulating Canadian coins struck in a refined Specimen finish. Specimen coins are specially produced for collectors, offering sharper strikes, enhanced detail, and smooth satin-like surfaces that sit between Brilliant Uncirculated and Proof quality.
This set is housed in its original Royal Canadian Mint leatherette presentation case and includes the official Certificate of Authenticity. No outer sleeve is included. The leatherette case shows visible wear, including a small torn area, as shown in the photos.
Coins Included (7 Total)
$2 Dollars – Polar Bear (Toonie)
Design: Polar bear standing on Arctic ice
Composition:
• Outer ring: 99+% nickel
• Inner core: 92% copper, 6% aluminum, 2% nickel
Finish: Specimen
$1 Dollar – Common Loon (Loonie)
Design: Common loon on water
Composition: Nickel electro-plated with bronze (11-sided)
Finish: Specimen
50 Cents – Coat of Arms
Design: Royal Coat of Arms of Canada
Composition: Nickel
Finish: Specimen
25 Cents – Caribou
Design: Caribou in profile
Composition: Nickel
Finish: Specimen
10 Cents – Bluenose
Design: Bluenose schooner
Composition: Nickel
Finish: Specimen
5 Cents – Beaver
Design: Beaver on a log
Composition: Cupro-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)
Finish: Specimen
1 Cent – Maple Leaf
Design: Maple leaf twig
Composition: Bronze
Finish: Specimen
All coins feature the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse.
Key Features
Official Royal Canadian Mint Specimen Set
Special Satin-Like Specimen Finish
Complete Seven-Coin Circulating Set Including Toonie
Classic Canadian Designs
Original Royal Canadian Mint Presentation
Certificate of Authenticity Included
Specifications
Country: Canada
Mint: Royal Canadian Mint (RCM)
Year: 1998
Denominations: $2, $1, 50¢, 25¢, 10¢, 5¢, 1¢
Finish: Specimen
Certification: Uncertified
Packaging & Condition
Packaging: Original Royal Canadian Mint leatherette presentation case
Insert: Certificate of Authenticity included
Sleeve: Not included
Condition: Coins in excellent specimen condition. Leatherette case shows wear with a small torn area (see photos).
Why Collect This Set?
The 1998 Specimen Set is especially desirable for including the $2 Polar Bear Toonie, paired with Canada’s complete circulating lineup in specimen finish. Despite cosmetic wear to the case, the coins remain a strong collector example and an excellent addition to Royal Canadian Mint specimen collections.
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