Obverse: the obverse features Queen Elizabeth II, portrayed at the age of 77 and designed by Susanna Blunt. The inscriptions read “ELIZABETH II CANADA D·G·REGINA”, along with the denomination “5 DOLLARS” and the year “2019”.
Reverse: the reverse depicts a coloured Canadian flag above a stylized map of Canada. The bright red maple leaf symbolizes national pride, unity, and Canadian identity. The design was created by Tony Bianco.
About the coin: struck by the Royal Canadian Mint from 99.99% pure silver, this collectible coin weighs 7.96 g (1/4 troy ounce) and has a diameter of 27 mm. It belongs to the “This Is Canada” series celebrating Canadian symbols and heritage. A unique feature of the coin is its glow-in-the-dark technology, with the red portions of the flag produced using photoluminescent ink, creating a striking effect in darkness.
