2006 Canada Lucky Loonie $1 Coin | Olympic Commemorative Dollar

2006 Canada Lucky Loonie $1 Coin | Olympic Commemorative Dollar | Royal Canadian Mint

Offered for sale is the popular 2006 Canadian Lucky Loonie $1 Coin, issued by the Royal Canadian Mint to celebrate and support Canada’s athletes competing at the 2006 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Inspired by the famous “Lucky Loonie” story from the 2002 Winter Olympics, this special issue quickly became one of Canada’s most recognizable modern commemorative circulation coins.

The reverse, designed by Jean-Luc Grondin, features a loon descending onto the water along with the official emblem of the Canadian Olympic Team. The obverse bears the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. This distinctive design separates the Lucky Loonie from the standard circulation dollar and makes it a favourite among collectors.

The Lucky Loonie was released as a symbol of good fortune for Canadian athletes and commemorates one of Canada’s most celebrated Olympic traditions. Its historical connection to Canadian Olympic success has made it a sought-after collectible for both coin enthusiasts and sports fans.

Specifications:

• Country: Canada
• Issuer: Royal Canadian Mint
• Year: 2006
• Denomination: $1 Dollar
• Nickname: Lucky Loonie
• Theme: 2006 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games
• Reverse Designer: Jean-Luc Grondin
• Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II
• Diameter: 26.5 mm
• Weight: 7.0 g
• Composition: Bronze-plated nickel
• Edge: Plain

New Old Stock (NOS)

This coin comes from the inventory of a closed collectibles store and is considered new old stock merchandise. It has been carefully stored and preserved, making it an excellent opportunity to acquire an original Royal Canadian Mint Olympic commemorative issue.

Please review all photographs carefully to assess the coin’s condition and determine grading according to your own collecting standards.

A wonderful addition to any Canadian coin collection, Olympic memorabilia collection, or Royal Canadian Mint commemorative series. The 2006 Lucky Loonie remains one of the most iconic modern Canadian circulation coins ever issued.