September 17, 2008

The Queen of Spades $15 Silver Proof Coin from Canada

The Royal Canadian Mint recently issued the second of a colorful and unique series of playing cards silver coins: the 2008 Queen of Spades. The name "G DE PARIS" at the bottom is likely the name of the original artist while "PALLAS", top right, is believed to have been inspired by the Greek goddess Athena or Joan of Arc.

See the full series of $15 Playing Cards Silver Coins from Canada.

2008 Queen of Spades Coin

  • Mint: Ottawa
  • Year: 2008
  • Face value: 15 Dollars
  • Finish: Proof, with colored reverse and selective gold-plating on the edge
  • Composition: 92.5% Silver, 7.5% Copper
  • Size: 49.8 mm x 28.6 mm (Vertical)
  • Weight: 31.56 grams
  • Mintage: 25,000
    • Sep 17, 2008 2:19:14 PM | Coins from Canada, Silver Coins

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