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Loonie is the nickname for the Canada dollar coin because it has a bird called the Loon on the back of the coin.

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How much is a 1987 loonie worth?

The value of a 1987 loonie, which is a Canadian one-dollar coin, typically depends on its condition and collector demand. As of now, it generally ranges from its face value of one Canadian dollar to a few dollars for uncirculated or special edition coins. However, prices can vary, so it's advisable to check current market listings or consult a coin dealer for an accurate assessment.


What currency does Canadian use?

Canadian Dollars. They are not at all the same as American Dollars, they just have a similar name. Funny enough, the Canadian 1-Dollar coin (not a paper bill, but a metal coin) is called a Loonie, because of the loon (a breed of bird) depicted on it. Some have come to call the Canadian Dollar in general the Loonie, like the American Dollar might be called a buck (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loonie).


What coins do you have if you have 30 coins and 1.09?

Assuming you mean "Which coins must you have if you have 30 coins that add to $1.09 c", there are a large variet of possibilities that largely depend of the country the coins come from. This is because different countries have different denominations of coins.


Are coins made of copper?

not all coins just the penny


How much in coins is 1000 in USA cash?

This is a very vague question. Are you asking "how many coins equal $1,000.00 in cash?" Depending on the denomination of coins it can be 1,000 One dollar coins = $1,000.00 or 100,000 One cent coins = $1,000.00 or any combination of cents, nickels, dimes, quarters, half dollars or dollar coins.

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How many loonies in a roll?

There are 25 $1.00 Canadian Loonie Coins in a roll.


How much is in a roll of loonies?

$25.00. $25. There are 25 $1 coins (a loonie) in a roll.


How many different Canadian coins are there?

There are 7 coins: a penny ($0.01) ,a nickel ($0.05), a dime ($0.10), a quarter ($0.25), a half-dollar ($0.50), a loonie ($1) and a toonie ($2)


How many loonies in a coin roll?

There are 25 $1.00 Canadian Loonie Coins in a roll.


How was the loonie made?

Mutated gay man gave the loonie aids and the loonie did a flip and died.


Is a loonie coin a mixture or a solution?

no i do not think that a loonie is a mechanical mixture.


Is a loonie coin a solution or mechanical?

no i do not think that a loonie is a mechanical mixture.


How much does a Canadian loonie weigh in grams?

A Canadian loonie, which is a one-dollar coin, weighs approximately 6.27 grams. The coin is composed of a nickel-plated steel outer ring surrounding a nickel inner core. The weight of the loonie has remained consistent since its introduction in 1987.


Rick buys a magazine for 5.35He has 3 toonies2 quarters2 dimes1 nickel and 2 penniesWhen Rick payshe gets 1 loonie as changeWhat coins did Rick give the cashier?

uh.... 2 toonies... 1 quarter..... 1 dime..... What's a toonie and a loonie....? lol BigBeek


What is the name of the bird found on loonie?

The bird found on the Canadian one-dollar coin, commonly known as the "loonie," is the common loon. It is a native bird to Canada and is known for its distinctive black and white plumage.


Was there a Canadian loonie coin made in 1978?

The modern "loonie" dollar was introduced in 1987.


How many grams does a loonie weigh?

A Canadian loonie weighs 6.27 grams.