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25 Cents - Elizabeth II Centennial Nickel Trial Strike
1967 year| Nickel | 5.07 g | 23.62 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1967 |
| Value | 25 Cents 0.25 CAD = USD 0.18 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 5.07 g |
| Diameter | 23.62 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#416381 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
A Canadian lynx (lynx canadensis) is surrounded with the face value and the inscription "CANADA 1867-1967"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25 CENTS
CANADA 1867-1967
Engraver: Alex Colville
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Classed generally as a Pattern or Trial Strike in Nickel (Off Metal). Graded with SP Prefix. Listed often as DC-34. PCGS has a graded population of 4 as per time of publishing.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Centennial Nickel Trial Strike) 1967 from Canada is that it was minted with a unique double-die obverse, which means that the front side of the coin features two sets of overlapping dies, creating a distinctive and rare design element.
