This coin was carefully removed from the 2021 R&D Security Test Token Set: Behind the Scenes.

The R&D Lab at the Royal Canadian Mint is proud to present these prototypes of innovations that represent a bold step forward in minting technology. In addition to showcasing advancements in cutting-edge security, this token set offers you an exclusive preview of the Multi-Component Composite Circulation Coin or MC4 (Canadian Patent CA 3060107 – Patent applied for in various countries) a revolutionary concept that is both visually striking and visually secure.

Token 6: The final token taken from the R&D Security Test Token Set was the base model used to test and calibrate the presses, and is made of nickel-plated steel.

Specifications:
Outer Ring: Nickel-plated Steel
Separator: Nickel-plated Steel
Obverse Insert: Nickel-plated Steel
Reverse Insert: Nickel-plated Steel
Nominal Weight: 9.4 g
Diameter: 25.8 mm
Edge: Interrupted serrations
Reverse Features: Maple Leaf