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10 Cents - Elizabeth II Confederation- 50%
1967 year| Silver (.500) | 2.33 g | 18.034 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1967 |
| Value | 10 Cents 0.10 CAD = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 2.33 g |
| Diameter | 18.034 mm |
| Thickness | 1.21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#230727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
A fish (mackerel) with the value above and the inscription "CANADA 1867-1967" below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 CENTS
CANADA 1867-1967
Engraver: Alex Colville
Edge
Milled
Comment
There is a debate about the existence of this coin struck in 50% silver and its weight.Here's what the RCM published on their web site (no mention of a 50% silver coin for 1967) :
https://www.mint.ca/en/discover/canadian-circulation/10-cents
1920 – 1967
Composition: 80% silver, 20% copper
Weight (g): 2.33
Diameter (mm): 18.034
Thickness (mm): n/a
1968 – 1977
Composition: 99.9% nickel
Weight (g): 2.07
Diameter (mm): 18.034
Thickness (mm): 1.16
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Confederation of Canada, which was a pivotal moment in the country's history. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a maple leaf on the other, symbolizing Canada's national identity and unity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 30689080 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (Confederation- 50%) 1967 coin.
