2022 BU finish SOLEMN TRIBUTE

Black Ring Toonie coin, new from mint roll

commemorates Queen Elizabeth's death in 2022

This 2022  toonie coin is minted in brilliant uncirculated finish.  The black outer ring commemorates the sadness of the death of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022.  Each toonie is 28 mm in diameter and weighs 6.99 grams. The outer ring is minted in three ply nickel finish plated steel. The outer ring is not "jet black" but clearly  is coloured much darker than normal toonies--it looks like a "dark charcoal" I would describe it as.  The significance of the "black ring" is a solemn commemoration of the Queen.  The inner ring is brass-plated aluminum bronze.  Your coin will be protected in a 2 x 2 cardboard holder.  NO CASE OR CERTIFICATE INCLUDED.

Here's the wording from the mint about the release of these coins.

As 2022 draws to a close, the Royal Canadian Mint has issued a $2 circulation coin featuring a black outer ring to honour Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s service to Canada during her historic 70-year reign. Dated 2022 and bearing all the design elements of a standard $2 coin, this new coin is distinguished by its black outer ring reminiscent of a mourning armband, echoing the loss felt by millions of Canadians upon the passing of their queen. The coin will begin circulating later this month.

“Queen Elizabeth II served as Canada’s head of state for seven decades and for millions of Canadians, she was the only monarch they had ever known,” said Marie Lemay, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint. “Our special $2 circulation coin offers Canadians a way to remember her.”

This new coin features the traditional Brent Townsend polar bear design on the core of the reverse, as well as the Susanna Blunt effigy of Her Late Majesty on the obverse. While the metal composition of the coin remains unchanged, the outer ring is black. 

Nearly five million coins will enter the national coin distribution system in December and will begin appearing gradually as banks re-stock their $2 coin inventories. Additional volumes may be produced, depending on marketplace needs. The Mint is also hosting public coin exchanges at its Ottawa and Winnipeg boutiques on December 7 and 8, 2022.

This $2 circulation coin is a solemn tribute to Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022) that marks the end of a historic reign. Like a mourning band, the black outer ring surrounds the polar bear design at the centre of the coin’s reverse. The same effect carries over to the obverse, which features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. Like her effigy itself, she was a constant presence in the lives of Canadians, who will forever remember her unwavering dedication to public service and deep affection for Canada.

Over the course of a reign that has spanned more than seven decades, Queen Elizabeth II has played an integral role in the life of our nation. Canadians have enjoyed a close and enduring relationship with Queen Elizabeth II, exemplified by numerous visits, her ties to our fundamental institutions and remaining current with the progress of Canada as a diverse, modern nation.

Four different images of Queen Elizabeth II have graced the obverse of all Canadian circulation coins since 1953.

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