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0.2247 oz
17,000 minted
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$2 Discovery of Insulin Coloured Special Wrap Roll

2021 Release

A 2021 steel 2 dollars weighing 0.2247 oz (6.99g), 28.0 mm diameter. Reverse: Commemorates the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin by Frederick Banting and Charles Best, featuring imagery related to the landmark medical breakthrough. Mintage: 17,000. Coloured finish.

Type Wrap Roll Product
Metal Steel
Weight 0.2247 oz (6.99 g)
Mintage 17,000
Diameter 28.0 mm
Finish Coloured
Series Special Wrap Rolls
Obverse Susanna Blunt
Est. Value $80
Mint Price $79.95
Status Sold Out
Identification Tips
28mm diameter.
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Collector Research Notes

Commemorates the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin by Frederick Banting and Charles Best, featuring imagery related to the landmark medical breakthrough.

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