RARE 1996 TOONIES $2 DOLLAR CANADA COINS

We explore the 1996 Toonie-Canada's $2 coin-which has intriguing and valuable varieties. You might even find one in your pocket right now. Including the German Planchet, Cigar and Horn, and the Beaded Toonie Varieties!
The 1996 Toonie marked a pivotal change in Canada’s currency, transitioning from the $2 bill to a durable bimetallic coin. Launched on February 19, 1996, this change was not just practical-coins typically last longer than paper-but it also promised substantial savings for the government, estimated at around $250 million over time. In a national survey, 79% of Canadians favored this switch, with the polar bear design, crafted by artist Brent Townsend, symbolizing Canadian wildlife.
specifications of the 1996 Toonie. This coin has a total mintage of 315,483,000. To meet initial demand, the Royal Canadian Mint sourced 10 million planchets from Germany. The outer ring is composed of 100% nickel, while the inner core consists of 92% copper, 6% aluminum, and 2% nickel. The Toonie weighs 7.3 grams, with a diameter of 28 mm and a thickness of 1.8 mm...
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[@martinstreasurehunting]

😎😎👍👍🍁🍁

[@a.d.3788]

I swear on my grandmother’s life that I’ve 100% had one of these toonies in my hand before I got into coin collecting and realized how valuable it was.

[@MapleLeafNumismatics]

Same thing happened to me. I thought it was a counterfeit so I spent it quickly as possible. Then I looked it up on the internet.

[@wz2001]

The first 1996 Toonies were anything but durable. The centers would keep popping out. Plus you could throw them against the floor and easily bend them.

[@LuckyLukeCoins]

Was the finish the only way to differentiate the German planchettes from the rest? Were the material compositions the same? Very cool history there!

[@MapleLeafNumismatics]

Hey Luke. Composition same for both Planchets. Outer ring: 100% nickel, Core: 92% copper, 6% aluminum and 2% nickel. The German planchet 1996 2-dollar coins have lines across the ring with a dull/matte finish. Here is some more info: www.coinsandcanada.com/coins-articles.php?article=2-dollars-1996-from-banknote-to-coin&id=948

[@lailamcsween3263]

I have a German planchette 96 toonie in AU condition. Havent checked for errors uet tho

[@MapleLeafNumismatics]

thats great you have one in such nice condition