25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Confederation- 50%) 1967 front 25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Confederation- 50%) 1967 back
25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Confederation- 50%) 1967 photo
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25 Cents - Elizabeth II Confederation- 50%

1967 year
Silver (.500) 5.05 g 23.88 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1967
Value
25 Cents 0.25 CAD = USD 0.18
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
5.05 g
Diameter
23.88 mm
Thickness
1.76 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#312432
Rarity index
26%

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

Some people think the weight should be 5,83g and others 5,05g like indicated on the RCM web site.
https://www.mint.ca/en/discover/canadian-circulation/25-cents

1953 – 1967
Composition: 80% silver, 20% copper
Weight (g): 5.83
Diameter (mm): 23.88
Thickness (mm): n/a

1967 – 1968
Composition: 50% silver, 50% copper
Weight (g): 5.05
Diameter (mm): 23.88
Thickness (mm): n/a

Species is the canadian Lynx canadensis, a different species from the eurasian relatives.

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  48855500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Confederation- 50%) 1967 coin.