Loonie - Wikipedia
The loonie (French: huard), formally the Canadian one-dollar coin, is a gold-coloured Canadian coin that was introduced in 1987 and is produced by the Royal Canadian Mint at its facility in Winnipeg.
Canada – Loonies and commemorative circulation 1 dollar coins
Detailed images and information about coin series Loonies and commemorative circulation 1 dollar coins from Canada. Visit the best collector and commemorative coin website: The Collector Coin Database.
A Tale of Two Designs: How Canada’s 1-dollar Coin Became the Loonie
Jul 21, 2022 · Affectionately dubbed the “Loonie," Canada's one-dollar circulation coin has become a cherished national symbol since its 1987 debut. The coin’s scene, one that is familiar across the Canadian Shield, is of a common loon floating past an island on a calm lake.
A Guide to Loonies and Toonies - APMEX
Dec 17, 2024 · A toonie is a portmanteau term combining “two” and “loonie” for the $2 coin introduced in 1995. The terms became so popular that the Canadian Mint trademarked them in 2006. The Designs of Loonies and Toonies . The loonie was not the first $1 coin in Canadian currency. The first circulated in 1935, made of silver and bearing King George ...
1 dollar - The Royal Canadian Mint
The Loonie. The 1-dollar bill was replaced in 1987 by a new eleven-sided circulation coin nicknamed the 'Loonie'. Robert-Ralph Carmichael's popular design features a Canadian loon, and is made of aureate bronze. 1992. The 125th Anniversary of Confederation
Canadian Loonie: History, Significance, and Impact
Mar 25, 2024 · The loonie refers to the $1 Canadian coin, featuring a solitary loon on its reverse side, with Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side. It was introduced in 1987, replacing the paper version of the CAD, and gained such prominence that the …
Loonies and Toonies Canadian Dollar Coins - The Spruce Crafts
Jan 27, 2022 · The Canadian dollar coin is very nearly the same size and color as its U.S. counterpart, but again made from very different metals. The one dollar "Loonie" is 11-sided and made from an alloy the Royal Canadian Mint calls "aureate" (bronze-plated nickel.)
Loonie: Meaning, Overview, Role in Economy - Investopedia
May 25, 2022 · Loonie is a colloquial term for the Canadian dollar (CAD), the official currency of Canada, that is used by forex dealers and traders alike.
From suspicion to pride: Canada's beloved loonie turns 30
Jun 30, 2017 · Thirty years ago today the loonie made its first clanking appearance in cash registers, pockets and purses across Canada. In 1987, many people were concerned about the size and weight of the new...
Canada's Loonie and Toonie: The Story Behind the Names
The loon is a symbol of Canadian wilderness, often spotted on tranquil lakes during summer sunsets. It's also the star of the one-dollar coin, gracefully showcased in mid-call. Given its iconic representation, the coin soon garnered the affectionate nickname "Loonie" among Canadians.