War of 1812 3/4 oz .9999 Fine Silver Coin Brilliant Uncirculated

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War of 1812 3/4 oz .9999 Fine Silver Coin Brilliant Uncirculated    Note: These coins show light to moderate spotting. This Canadian Silver Coin was produced by the Royal Canadian Mint, and contains 3/4 oz of .9999 fine silver. Minted in 2012 to commemorate the 200th Anniversary of the War of 1812, this unique coin had a limited run of only 690,800. As legal Canadian tender, it carries a denomination of one dollar. The War of 1812 involved U.S., British, and Canadian forces and is often described as America’s second war of independence. It began as a protest against perceived violations of the U.S.’s national sovereignty by the British and was the first time that America declared war on another nation. The reverse depicts an eagle opposing a lion, with a shield bearing a maple leaf centered between them. The eagle symbolizes America and the lion represents the British. Inscriptions include 1812-2012, 9999 and FINE SILVER ¾ OZ ARGENT PUR. A portrait of Queen Elizabeth II graces the obverse, encircled by inscriptions of her name and CANADA DOLLAR. Also available in gold. You may also like: 1 oz Silver Shaped Coin Random Mint .999+ Fine BU/Proof 2025 Canada 5 oz Water Dragon Proof Silver Coin .9999 Fine 2023 Vanuatu 1/2 Kilo Silver Hummingbird Shaped Coin .999 Fine