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2012 Issue
2012
Silver
1.009 oz
.999 pure
1.009 oz
68,888 minted
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15 dollars 2012 - Year of the Dragon - Scalloped

2012

A 2012 Canadian $15 struck in 99.99% silver. Reverse designed by Aries Cheung. Reverse: Features a dragon design celebrating the Chinese Year of the Dragon on a distinctive scalloped coin shape with twelve sides representing the animals of the Chinese zodiac, struck in fine silver. Mintage: 68,888. Variety: Year of the Dragon - Scalloped. Uncirculated finish.

Metal Silver (.999 pure)
Weight 1.009 oz (31.39 g)
Mintage 68,888
Diameter 38.0 mm
Edge Reeded
Shape Scalloped
Finish Uncirculated
Series Lunar Year Series
Obverse Susanna Blunt
Rarity Scarce
Est. Value $80-$120 CAD
Status Available
Live Melt Value
$102.91 CAD
$74.84 USD
Spot Silver
$102.07/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Collector Value by Grade
PR-69
$111
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "CANADA 2012 15 DOLLARS". 38.0 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 99.99% silver.
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Collector Research Notes

Features a dragon design celebrating the Chinese Year of the Dragon on a distinctive scalloped coin shape with twelve sides representing the animals of the Chinese zodiac, struck in fine silver.

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