OTD: The birth of the 'loonie' - Canadian Coin News

On today’s date in 1987, the $1 circulation coin now known as the “loonie” was unveiled by the Royal Canadian Mint at its Winnipeg facility. The 11-sided $1 coin was introduced as a cost-saving measure to replace the old dollar bills. The coin’s iconic loon design was created by wildlife artist Robert-Ralph Carmichael, who died […]

A Tale of Two Designs: How Canada's 1-dollar Coin Became the Loonie

OTD: Renowned Canadian artist, loonie designer Robert-Ralph Carmichael dies - Canadian Coin News

$1 Pure Silver Coin – Tribute: W Mint Mark – Loon

King Charles: 1st monarch in 70 years to make debut on Canadian coin with 2023 Loonie

Coin: 1 Dollar (Common Loon, Loonie) (Canada(2003~2023 - 4th portrait of Elizabeth II - Circulation) WCC:km1255

Royal Canadian mint reveals design for King Charles loonie - Greater Victoria News

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OTD: Prairie crocus named floral emblem of Manitoba - Canadian Coin News

Canada's $1 coin, or loonie, makes its debut

King Charles: 1st monarch in 70 years to make debut on Canadian coin with 2023 Loonie

Canada just got a new colourful $1 coin and it's gorgeous