2018 Canada From Far and Wide Gift Coin Set

2018 Canada From Far and Wide Circulation Coin Set

In many hearts and minds, the 49th parallel is where Canada begins. This circulation set is a celebration of the 200th anniversary of the 49th parallel, the famous border between Canada and the United States of America. It’s the perfect starter set for a new collector, as it includes all the circulation coins in 2018 as well as features an exclusive piece: a glow-in-the-dark 50-cent coin that maps our patriotic pride.

Specifications:
Item Number: 170281
Mintage: While supplies last!

Face Value: From Far and Wide 50 cents
Composition: Nickel-plated steel
Weight (g)*: 12.61
Diameter (mm): 35
Finish: Specimen
Edge: Plain
Artist: Steve McPhee (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Face Value: 2 dollars
Composition: three-ply nickel finish plated steel (outer ring); three-ply brass finish plated aluminum bronze (inner core)
Finish: uncirculated
Weight (g): 6.99
Diameter (mm): 28
Edge: interrupted serrations
Artist: Brent Townsend (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Face Value: 1 dollar
Composition: three-ply brass plated steel
Finish: uncirculated
Weight (g): 6.27
Diameter (mm): 26.5
Edge: plain
Artist: Robert-Ralph Carmichael (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Face Value: 25 cents
Composition: three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Finish: uncirculated
Weight (g): 4.4
Diameter (mm): 23.88
Edge: reeded
Artist: Emanuel Hahn (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Face Value: 10 cents
Composition: three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Finish: uncirculated
Weight (g): 1.75
Diameter (mm): 18.03
Edge: reeded
Artist: Emanuel Hahn (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Face Value: 5 cents
Composition: three-ply nickel finish plated steel
Finish: uncirculated
Weight (g): 3.95
Diameter (mm): 21.2
Edge: plain
Artist: G.E. Kruger Gray (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

Special Features:
• Three technologies on one coin: The 50-cent coin combines engraving, colour and glow-in-the-dark technology. (To activate the effect, hold the coin under a light source for 30-60 seconds, and then view the coin in darkness.)
• One of every denomination: The set features one of every denomination in circulation in 2018: $2, $1, 25-cent, 10-cent and 5-cent coins.
• The perfect starter set for any new collector. This is a great keepsake to remember 2018, or a thoughtful gift that expresses pride.
• A glow-in-the-dark 50-cent coin. Includes a special edition 50-cent coin that glows in the dark - and it’s only available as part of this set.
• Ready to display with pride. All six coins are packaged together in a colourful presentation card, with a built-in support flap that turns it into an instant display.

Packaging:
Maple leaf display card also reveals both sides of each coin.