| Added by |
 Alain Martineau
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| In personal collections | 41 |
| General Description | Reeded in segment + inscription The War of 1812 was a fundamental turning point in Canada’s history, a struggle from which some of Canada’s earliest unifying moments emerged. These stories - including that of the Leda-class frigate, HMS Shannon - have become important chapters in the narrative of Canada. |
| Obv. Description | Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II |
| Rev. Description | Depiction of HMS Shannon - rendered in elaborate detail - leaving the Halifax harbor during the War of 1812. Also includes the text “The War of 1812/La guerre de 1812” and “HMS Shannon.” HMS Shannon’s figurehead between 2 Maple leaf at bottom |
| Catalog code | KM#1258 |
| Diameter | 28.00 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Weight | 6.9200 g |
| Material | Bi-metallic Stainless Steel (ring) and Aluminum-Bronze (center) |
| Orientation | Medal |
| Mint | Canada - Royal Canadian Mint |
| Edge Type | -not in this list- |
| Edge Inscription | 2 DOLLARS + CANADA |
| Designer | Bonnie Ross |
| Catalog prices | No catalog prices set yet |
