25 Cents - Elizabeth II Confederation- 80%
1967 year| Silver (.800) (.800 silver .200 copper) | 5.83 g | 23.88 mm |
| 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 (.800) (.800 silver .200 copper) |
| Weight | 5.83 g |
| Diameter | 23.88 mm |
| Thickness | 1.76 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#367 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
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
KM#68 : Ag .800
KM#68a : Ag .500
Some people think the weight of KM#68a 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, along with an image of the Confederation Memorial on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. The coin's unique composition, with 80% silver and 20% copper, also makes it stand out among other coins in the series.
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- 80%) 1967 coin.
