25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Hope for a Green Future; colored) 2017 front 25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Hope for a Green Future; colored) 2017 back
25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Hope for a Green Future; colored) 2017 photo
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25 Cents - Elizabeth II Hope for a Green Future; colored

2017 year
Nickel plated steel (Three-ply nickel finish plated steel) 4.4 g 23.88 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2017
Value
25 Cents 0.25 CAD = USD 0.18
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Nickel plated steel (Three-ply nickel finish plated steel)
Weight
4.4 g
Diameter
23.88 mm
Thickness
1.58 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#107157
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Representation of a child's hope for Canada's abundant nature to be preserved for years to come, featuring a pair of hands bringing life to a plant that connects all living things—represented by some notable Canadian animals.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CANADA
25 CENTS
1867-2017
JW

Designer: Joelle Wong

Edge

Reeded

Comment

(C) mintage included with the circulation coin.

 

With the Canada 150th anniversary logo🍁 where we normally find the mint letter and the composition mark.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique colorized design, depicting a green landscape with trees and a wind turbine, which represents hope for a green future. The colorization process involves applying a special coating to the coin's surface, which gives it a distinctive appearance that stands out from other coins. This coin is a great example of how currency can be used not only as a medium of exchange but also as a means of promoting awareness and action towards important social and environmental issues.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2017  - - - - - -

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 (Hope for a Green Future; colored) 2017 coin.