1960 Canada Elizabeth II Silver Quarter - Caribou 25 Cents
Product Details
Brand: Royal Canadian Mint
1960 Canada Elizabeth II Silver Quarter - Caribou 25 Cents
Capture a tangible piece of numismatic history with this classic 1960 Canadian silver quarter. Minted during a transformative era, this coin represents the enduring spirit of mid-century Canada, featuring the timeless Mary Gillick laureate portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and Emanuel Hahn's iconic caribou design on the reverse. Struck from 80% fine silver, this piece served as actual circulating legal tender through years of daily commerce, capturing a physical connection to the stories, commerce, and memories of 1960s Canada. Perfect for collectors looking to anchor their silver portfolio or expand a world coin collection, this vintage piece stands as a stunning testament to the Royal Canadian Mint's world-renowned craftsmanship. Secure this authentic classic for your vault today and own a direct slice of silver history!
Pure silver weight: 4.66 g / 0.1645 oz / 0.1500 ozt
Dimensions: 23.88 mm diameter / 1.7 mm thickness
Lettering and Edging:
Obverse lettering: ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA
Reverse lettering: CANADA 25 CENTS 1960
Edging: Reeded
Variety: No major varieties known for this date.
Coin Designer and Design:
Obverse Designer: Mary Gillick (Laureate bust portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right)
Reverse Designer: Emanuel Hahn (Caribou head profile facing left)
Condition - Circulated. The piece displays distinct signs of honest wear across the fields, along with surface scratching, contact marks, and moderate softening on the high points of the hair braid and caribou antlers consistent with a mid-grade circulated coin. - See Pictures
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