1881 Canada, Newfoundland $2 NGC MS-61

The 1881 Newfoundland $2 gold coin represents a scarce colonial issue from the dominion of Newfoundland during the Victorian era. This denomination was struck at the Heaton Mint in Birmingham, England, and served as legal tender in the British colony before Newfoundland joined Canada in 1949. The coin reflects the economic independence and monetary sovereignty that Newfoundland maintained as a separate British dominion.

The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Queen Victoria wearing a diadem, surrounded by the legend "VICTORIA D.G. BRITT REG F.D." The reverse displays the denomination "2 DOLLARS" prominently in the center, with the date "1881" below, all enclosed by a beaded border and the legend "NEWFOUNDLAND ONE HUNDRED CENTS." The design showcases clean engraving work typical of the Heaton Mint's production standards.

Graded MS-61 by NGC, this coin exhibits typical mint state characteristics with moderate luster and minor contact marks consistent with the grade. The surfaces show attractive golden color with well-defined devices and sharp relief throughout both sides. Newfoundland gold coinage remains highly sought after by collectors of British colonial issues and Canadian numismatics. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.