Description
One of the most globally revered Canadian artists of the 20th century, Jean Paul Riopelle (1923-2002) used his art to push boundaries and command the attention of critics and art lovers worldwide. One of his masterpieces, L’Hommage à Rosa Luxemburg, is highlighted on the $2 commemorative circulation coin that celebrates the 100th anniversary of his birth (1923-2023). Each Special Wrap Roll contains 25 $2 coins, available in coloured and non-coloured rolls.
The art of collecting: One roll gives you 25 Riopelle $2 coins.
Special features
- Add the Mint’s adaptation of Riopelle’s L’Hommage à Rosa Luxemburg to your collection. The 2023 $2 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Jean Paul Riopelle coin celebrates the life and legacy of Jean Paul Riopelle (1923-2002), one of the most globally revered Canadian artists of the 20th century.
- Collect Canada’s commemorative circulation coins by the roll. Each Special Wrap Roll contains 25 $2 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Jean Paul Riopelle commemorative circulation coins. They come bundled in a custom-designed paper wrap that complements the reverse design.
- The 25 coins in each coloured roll are selectively coloured. On every coin’s reverse, the inner core poignantly re-creates elements of Riopelle’s L’Hommage à Rosa Luxemburg.
- Features the transitional effigy. The 2023 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Jean Paul Riopelle coin is one of the few 2023-dated circulation coins to feature the transitional effigy and be destined for general circulation.
- Uncirculated. Inside each Special Wrap Roll, all 25 coins are uncirculated—they all have a newly minted quality.
Composition: Outer ring: Three-ply nickel-plated steel; Inner core: Three-ply brass-plated aluminum bronze with selective colour
Weight: 6.99 g
Diameter: 28 mm
Edge: Interrupted serrations
Face Value: $2
Finish: Circulation
Artist: Jean Paul Riopelle (reverse); Susanna Blunt (obverse)
