Composition : pur gold 99,99%
Mintage : 7,500

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012): Celebrating the Royal Cypher

The year 2012 marks the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II - a celebration of the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty's succession to the throne in 1952. In2012, celebrations in Canada and around the world acknowledge Queen Elizabeth II's lifetime dedication and service to her subjects, to the Commonwealth, and to innumerable charitable causes.

The Royal Cypher : A Sovereign's Monogram

A royal cypher is a monarch's identifier; it is much like a coat of arms. Cyphers have been used by British royal since the time of Henri VIII. They generally feature the monarch's initial and titles, often beneath a symbol of rule, such as a crown. Unlike monograms that interweave letters, royal cyphersdisplay each letter distinctly.

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The Royal Cypher is imprinted in the insignia of orders, decorations, medals and on badges. In Canada -  a constitutional monarchy that recognizes Her Majesty as its head of state - it is common for his cypher to be surrounded by a wreath of garland of maple leaves, symbolizing the unique union of the Queen's power and the sovereignty of the Canadian people.

DIAMOND JUBILEE - THE ROYAL CYPHER - 2012 CANADIAN COINS is categorised COINS AND PAPER MONEY / 08- ROYAL CANADIAN MINT / 25- GOLD, PLATINE & PALLADIUM COINS and sold by l'Imaginaire, a store and specialised website.