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1 Cent - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait, 12 sided
| Bronze (98% copper, 1.75% tin, 0.25% zinc) | 2.5 g | 19.1 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1982-1989 |
| Value | 1 Cent 0.01 CAD = USD 0.0074 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (98% copper, 1.75% tin, 0.25% zinc) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.45 mm |
| Shape | Dodecagonal (12-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 3% |
Reverse
A maple twig is surrounded with the face value and the inscription "CANADA"
NOTE: Also on the Reverse the rim denticles were removed and replaced with beads.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 CENT
1982
CANADA
K·G
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Plain
Comment
(C) mintage included with the circulation coin.
(12-sided coin) The shape of the maple leaf twig was altered to make identification easier for the visually impaired. - Royal Canadian Mint
