Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Canada’s bi-metallic $2 circulation coin with a unique pairing that goes back to its beginnings.

This set features a 99.99% pure silver reproduction of the $2 coin that made its debut on February 19, 1996 – the same day the Bank of Canada ceased to issue $2 bank notes, like the one featured here.

A dream set for collectors of Canadian currency!

Includes a $2 replacement (BRX) bank note. The uncirculated $2 bill is from the Bank of Canada’s 1986 Birds of Canada series and represents the last of its kind. Note the “BRX” in its serial number—the prefix identifies it as a replacement bank note. Replacement notes rarely enter circulation, and this one has been locked in the Royal Canadian Mint’s vault for 25 years.

As of January 1, 2021, all Canadian $2 bank notes are no longer legal tender. The Bank of Canada will still honour them at face value.

KEY FEATURES

• Two pieces of history. Paired with a historic bank note, the 38 mm collector coin features the reverse and obverse designs from the first two-dollar coin issued in 1996, but with a slightly larger (38 mm) diameter and double dates (“1996-2021”) to commemorate its 25th anniversary.
• Selective gold plating. Crafted in 99.99% pure silver, the fine silver coin features a gold-plated inner portion to resemble Canada’s bi-metallic $2 circulation coin, as well as a goldplated rim.
• Includes a $2 replacement (BRX) bank note. The uncirculated $2 bill is from the Bank of Canada’s 1986 Birds of Canada series
  and represents the last of its kind.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Item Number: 200803
SRP: $149.95
Mintage: 7,500
Composition: 99.99% pure silver with selective gold plating
Weight*: 31.39 g
Diameter: 38 mm
Face Value: $2
Finish: Proof
Edge: Serrated
Artist: Brent Townsend
Packaging: Black clamshell with black beauty box
Finished Size: 225 mm x 225 mm