3 Dollars - Elizabeth II (August - Peridot)
Canada • 3 Dollars • Silver (.9999) • 2011
- Denomination
- 3 Dollars
- Issuer
- Canada
- Struck
- 2011
- Composition
- Silver (.9999)
- Currency
- Dollar
- Weight
- 7.96 g
- Diameter
- 27 mm
- Catalog refs
- RCM/MRC 112362 · KM 1124
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Where it came from
The 2011 3-dollar coin featuring the August birthstone, the peridot, was released by the Royal Canadian Mint as part of their Birthstones series. These coins were minted to celebrate individual birth months, combining a silver base with a specific Swarovski crystal element to represent the corresponding gem. The series was designed to appeal to both gift-givers and numismatic collectors interested in themes of personal significance and celebratory milestones.
The design of the coin features an elegant floral motif surrounding the central crystal, intended to evoke the natural beauty associated with the month of August. Like other coins in this series, it utilizes a proof finish to enhance the reflective quality of the silver. Upon release, the series was well-received by collectors who favored the integration of semi-precious aesthetics with traditional numismatic standards, reinforcing the Mint's reputation for high-quality commemorative craftsmanship.
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