100 Dollars - Elizabeth II Superman #4 (1940)
Features
| Issuer |
Canada
 |
|---|---|
| Queen |
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
|
| Type | Non-circulating coins |
| Year | 2015 |
| Value | 100 Dollars 100 CAD = USD 72 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.5833) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Engraved, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Number | N# 309368 |
| References | RCM/MRC# 146354 Monnaie Royale Canadienne (https://www.mint.ca/) , KM# 1873 Standard Catalog of World Coins (86 volumes). |
Commemorative issue
Superman #4 (1940)
Series: Iconic Superman Comic Book Covers
Obverse
Head of Queen Elizabeth II, as at 77 years of age, bare headed, wearing necklace and earrings, facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II D·G·REGINA
CANADA
Unabridged legend: ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA
Translation: Elizabeth II Queen by the grace of God
Engraver: Susan Taylor
Designer: Susanna Blunt
Reverse
Superman in color from 1940 Superman #4 comic book cover
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CANADA 2015
100 DOLLARS
Edge
Serrated
Mint
Royal Canadian Mint of Ottawa, Canada (1908-date)Comments
In this issue's first story, Superman versus Luthor, Superman comes to the rescue of Metropolis, shaken by its first earthquake! Superman joins the rescue effort, and Clark Kent later discovers that a powerful new laser weapon, coveted by none other than his enemy Luthor, is the cause of the quake. The evil genius challenges Superman to a battle between our hero's Kryptonian powers and Luthor's scientific weapons: if Superman wins, Luthor will admit defeat, but if Superman loses, the hero in the red cape will have to stop fighting crime. Superman then performs incredible feats. He outstrips supersonic aircraft in speed, makes leaps that take him beyond the limits of the stratosphere and even survives a grenade explosion. But the fight serves merely as a distraction, allowing Luthor's henchman to steal the device. Will Superman find Luthor? Will he get his hands on the laser before it becomes even more destructive? It will take another show of superhuman strength to save the day...
Did you know?
- In this issue, Clark's workplace changes its name from the Daily Star to the Daily Planet.
- Lex Luthor, Superman's second recurring enemy, makes his appearance in 1940. He is introduced as a Machiavellian genius from a floating city suspended from an airship.
- In this issue, and in his other appearance the same year in Action Comics #23, Luthor sports a huge red head of hair!
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Special features
- Superman is a true "pillar" supporting the devastated Metropolis in this replica of the cover of Superman #4, published in early 1940.
- The meticulous chiseling recreates the original artwork down to the smallest detail. As for the bright colors, they energize the motif and reproduce the original album to perfection. A golden piece for the golden age of Superman!
- The result of state-of-the-art engraving techniques, several concentric circles surround the motif, adding depth and movement to the scene.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in an illustrated cardboard box featuring the Royal Canadian Mint logo.
Did you know?
- In this issue, Clark's workplace changes its name from the Daily Star to the Daily Planet.
- Lex Luthor, Superman's second recurring enemy, makes his appearance in 1940. He is introduced as a Machiavellian genius from a floating city suspended from an airship.
- In this issue, and in his other appearance the same year in Action Comics #23, Luthor sports a huge red head of hair!
Previous Superman 14-carat gold coins sold out! Avoid disappointment; order your copy now before it's too late!
Special features
- Superman is a true "pillar" supporting the devastated Metropolis in this replica of the cover of Superman #4, published in early 1940.
- The meticulous chiseling recreates the original artwork down to the smallest detail. As for the bright colors, they energize the motif and reproduce the original album to perfection. A golden piece for the golden age of Superman!
- The result of state-of-the-art engraving techniques, several concentric circles surround the motif, adding depth and movement to the scene.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in an illustrated cardboard box featuring the Royal Canadian Mint logo.
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| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undetermined | |||||||||||||||
| 2015 | 2 001 | Proof | |||||||||||||
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Numista Rarity index: 95
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Bullion value: USD 974.21
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Actual gold weight: 0.225 oz
Current gold price: 4329.01 USD/oz (see gold price 
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