2013 Canada 50-cent 100 Blessings of Good Fortune Silver Plated Coin

2013 Canada 50-cent 100 Blessings of Good Fortune Silver Plated Coin

Part of the Royal Canadian Mint's annual coin series celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Chinese Canadian community.

This coin is made of silver-plated copper with a diameter of 42 millimetres and a weight of 32.82 grams. In a reverse design by Three Degrees Creative Group that features layers of auspicious symbolism, 13 bamboo-inspired vertical tiers are engraved with 100 variations of the word 'fu,' which means 'good fortune.' The highly polished surface is anchored with a symbolically rich red coloured square on the upper right side of the reverse featuring the Chinese character 'fu.' The image is framed by an outer raised edge engraved with a striking stylized design. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

Specifications:
Item Number: 123761
Face Value: 50 cents
Mintage: 14,888
Composition: silver-plated copper
Weight (g): 32.82
Diameter (mm): 42
Edge: Serrated
Finish: Proof
Certificate: Serialized

Special Features:
- This bold and unique design celebrates traditional Chinese symbols and traditions.
- Red painted detail on the reverse complements the coin's hand-polished surface while adding another layer of symbolism to the coin's blessings of good fortune.
- Celebrate the dynamism of Chinese culture while offering a beautiful wish to a family member, friend, or colleague.

Packaging:
Coin is encapsulated and presented in a silver satin-like clamshell case lined with black flock and protected by a red sleeve.