{"title":"25 Canadian cents","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"1949-25-cents-bu-ms-64-choice","title":"1949 25 cents BU (MS-64) - CHOICE +","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e1949 25 cents Canada (80% silver and 20% copper)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 1949 Canadian 25-cent coin is a staple of Canadian currency, recognizable by its reverse, which traditionally features the image of the caribou, Canada's iconic animal. The obverse of the coin features the portrait of His Majesty King George VI. This 1949 issue continues this coinage tradition, representing a common element of Canadian daily life while also being a fitting addition to any collection of Canada's historical coins. It weighs 5.83g.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42649270124567,"sku":"CA251943-MS64","price":82.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/194925centsBU_MS-64_-CHOICE_Revers.png?v=1755649670"},{"product_id":"1943-25-cents-cameo-bu-ms-64-choice","title":"1943 25 cents CAMEO BU (MS-64) - CHOICE +","description":"\u003ch5\u003e 1943 25 cents Canada (80% silver and 20% copper)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 1943 Canadian 25-cent coin is a staple of Canadian currency, recognizable by its reverse, which features the iconic image of the caribou, a distinctive Canadian animal. The obverse features the portrait of His Majesty King George VI. This 1943 silver issue continues the coinage tradition of the time, representing a common element of Canadian daily life while being a fitting addition to any collection of the country's historical coins. It weighs 5.83g.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42649313738775,"sku":"CA251943-MS64 CAMEO","price":199.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/194325centsCAMEOBU_MS-64_-CHOICE_Avers.png?v=1755648201"},{"product_id":"2020-25-cents-bu-ms-65-choice","title":"2020 25 cents BU (MS-65) - GEM","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2020 Canada: 25 cents Caribou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated) Quality — Grade: MS-65 GEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoin Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2020 25-cent coin belongs to the long line of Caribou 25-cent pieces, an iconic design introduced in 1937. The year 2020 was particular for the Royal Canadian Mint: while the production of most other denominations dropped due to the pandemic, the mintage of the 25-cent coin, on the contrary, increased to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96 million units\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, to meet the country's needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe composition is copper-plated steel (94% steel, 3.8% copper, 2.2% nickel), the standard for circulation coins of this era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this specimen \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eparticularly sought after\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMS-65 GEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grade. For a modern circulation coin produced in such large quantities, achieving this level of preservation is rare. The vast majority of 2020 25-cent coins have been handled or show bag marks. A GEM grade means this coin has survived with well-preserved luster and an absence of visible marks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Obverse (Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe obverse features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Canadian artist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSusanna Blunt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an effigy used on Canadian coins from 2003 to 2023. In accordance with coins of this era, the obverse is adorned with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaple leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 🍁 at the bottom, a distinctive mark used since 2007. The legend \"ELIZABETH II D • G • REGINA\" surrounds the royal bust, with the date \"2020\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMS-65 GEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grade, the original mint luster is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebrilliant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, of remarkable intensity and perfectly uniform across the entire surface. Contact marks are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etotally absent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the naked eye, and even under 10x magnification, only tiny microscopic imperfections may be detected. The fields are of exceptional clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Reverse (Caribou)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse features the classic caribou design, created by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmanuel Hahn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and used since 1937. The animal's head, an emblematic symbol of Canadian currency, is surrounded by the inscription \"CANADA,\" the value \"25 CENTS,\" and the year \"2020.\" In \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMS-65 GEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, all details of the antlers, fur, eye, and contours are stunningly sharp, with a full strike. The \"GEM\" quality indicates a coin of exceptional beauty that stands out significantly from lower grades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive mark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaple leaf (🍁) at the bottom of the obverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent circulation - Caribou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObverse artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSusanna Blunt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReverse artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmanuel Hahn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFace value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 cents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopper-plated steel (94% steel, 3.8% copper, 2.2% nickel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnetism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnetic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.4 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23.88 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.58 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReeded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96,000,000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e units\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoyal Canadian Mint, Winnipeg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrause Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKM# 2949\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: MS-65 GEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuster:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The original mint luster is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebrilliant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, of remarkable intensity and perfectly uniform over 100% of the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Contact marks are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etotally absent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the naked eye. The fields are impeccably clear, without any visual distraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrike:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perfectly centered and full strike with all design details exceptionally sharp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisual appeal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An MS-65 GEM grade coin represents exceptional quality for a circulation coin of this type.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42825406513175,"sku":"CA252020-MS65","price":20.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/202025centsBU_MS-65_GEMRevers.png?v=1755653293"},{"product_id":"2020-25-cents-bu-ms-66-choice","title":"2020 25 cents BU (MS-66) - GEM +","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2020 Canada: 25 cents Caribou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated) quality — Grade: MS-66 GEM +\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoin Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2020 25-cent coin belongs to the long line of 25-cent caribou coins, an iconic design introduced in 1937. The year 2020 was special for the Royal Canadian Mint: while the production of most other denominations dropped due to the pandemic, the mintage of the 25-cent coin, on the contrary, increased to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96 million copies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, to meet the country's needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe composition is copper-plated steel (94% steel, 3.8% copper, 2.2% nickel), the standard for circulation coins of this era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this specimen \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eparticularly sought after\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMS-66 GEM +\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grade. For a modern circulation coin produced in such large quantities, achieving this level of preservation is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every rare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A GEM + grade means that this coin is among the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebest existing examples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for this issue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Obverse (Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe obverse features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Canadian artist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSusanna Blunt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an effigy used on Canadian coins from 2003 to 2023. In accordance with coins of this era, the obverse is adorned with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaple leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 🍁 at the bottom, a distinctive mark used since 2007. The legend \"ELIZABETH II D • G • REGINA\" surrounds the royal bust, with the date \"2020\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMS-66 GEM +\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grade, the original mint luster is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edazzling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, of remarkable intensity and perfectly uniform over the entire surface. Contact marks are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etotally absent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the naked eye, and even under 10x magnification, only tiny microscopic imperfections can be detected. The fields are of exceptional clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Reverse (Caribou)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse features the classic caribou design, created by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmanuel Hahn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and used since 1937. The animal's head, an iconic symbol of Canadian currency, is surrounded by the inscription \"CANADA\", the value \"25 CENTS\" and the year \"2020\". In \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMS-66 GEM +\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, all details of the antlers, fur, eye, and outlines are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estunningly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sharp, with a full strike. 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Fine details may lack sharpness or full definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-62 coin is considered to be at the \u003cb\u003ebottom of the \u003ci\u003eChoice\u003c\/i\u003e category\u003c\/b\u003e . It exhibits a \u003cb\u003esignificant and highly visible number\u003c\/b\u003e of contact marks or light scratches on the fields and design, resulting from bulk handling at the Mint. These flaws are evident to the naked eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The piece may exhibit tarnishing or uneven tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCHOICE LOW END\u003c\/b\u003e (Bottom of the choice category).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-62\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e62 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eGood to Poor\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. It has a medium luster but with many distracting contact marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43663691874327,"sku":"CA251980-M62 NEAR BEAD","price":1.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsNearBeadsBU_MS-62_Revers.png?v=1762004027"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-63-choice","title":"1980 25 cents BU (MS-63) - CHOICE ","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_b63f2c97c506efba\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-63) CHOICE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a collector-quality coin graded \u003cb\u003eMS-63 (Mint State 63)\u003c\/b\u003e , placing it in the \u003cb\u003e\"CHOICE\"\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003e\"Choice Uncirculated\"\u003c\/b\u003e category. This grade represents a coin that is significantly superior to the most common uncirculated coins (MS-60 to MS-62) and is considered to be of good collector quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe coin is a regular issue, with the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-63 (Mint State 63) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003egood and present\u003c\/b\u003e , without being spectacular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is generally \u003cb\u003ecrisp\u003c\/b\u003e , although some minor details may be slightly soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-63 coin is considered a \u003cb\u003eprime\u003c\/b\u003e example. It exhibits a moderate number of \u003cb\u003eobvious contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e , or several light scratches. These flaws are visible to the naked eye but are neither so numerous nor so severe as to detract from the coin's visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of nickel is uniform, although slight tarnish spots may be tolerated if they are not too distracting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCHOICE\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-63\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e63 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eChoice\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. It has a full luster and average strike, but with several moderate contact marks or scratches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43663692693527,"sku":"CA251980-M63 NEAR BEAD","price":1.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsNearBeadsBU_MS-63_Revers.png?v=1762003944"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-64-choice","title":"1980 25 cents NEAR BEADS BU (MS-64) - CHOICE +","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-64) CHOICE +\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a collector's quality coin graded \u003cb\u003eMS-64 (Mint State 64)\u003c\/b\u003e , placing it in the \u003cb\u003e\"CHOICE +\"\u003c\/b\u003e category. This grade represents a quality \u003cb\u003esignificantly higher than the average\u003c\/b\u003e ungraded coin and is highly valued for its excellent price-quality ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, featuring the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-64 (Mint State 64) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003egood to excellent\u003c\/b\u003e , with the majority of the original shine retained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003ecrisp and precise\u003c\/b\u003e . Most of the details of the design are well defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-64 coin is considered a \u003cb\u003esuperior quality\u003c\/b\u003e coin. It may have some \u003cb\u003emoderate contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e or minor flaws, but these are generally hidden in less distracting areas or do not detract from the overall visual appeal. The number of flaws is minimal compared to lower grade coins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of the nickel is uniform and without excessive tarnishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCHOICE +\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-64\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e64 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSuperior\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. It has average or better typing with several obvious contact marks or scratches, but located in less distracting areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43663693578263,"sku":"CA251980-M64 NEAR BEAD","price":9.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsNearBeadsBU_MS-64_Revers_d4140e2d-79c2-472f-b7c6-c5a6f39ba833.png?v=1762003867"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-65-choice","title":"1980 25 cents NEAR BEADS BU (MS-65) - GEM","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-65) GEM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a \u003cb\u003ehigh\u003c\/b\u003e -quality piece, graded \u003cb\u003eMS-65 (Mint State 65)\u003c\/b\u003e , which places it in the \u003cb\u003e\"GEM\"\u003c\/b\u003e (Jewel) or \u003cb\u003e\"Gem Uncirculated\"\u003c\/b\u003e category. A coin of this grade is considered to be of \u003cb\u003esuperior\u003c\/b\u003e quality and is highly sought after by discerning collectors for its excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, with the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eMS-65 (Mint State 65) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003etotal and excellent\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003eclear and complete\u003c\/b\u003e , with well-defined details on the high points of the design (antlers and caribou head).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-65 piece is considered a piece of \u003cb\u003ejewelry\u003c\/b\u003e . It may have \u003cb\u003eminimal contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e or very slight, isolated imperfections. These flaws are generally barely visible to the naked eye and do not significantly affect the piece's visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of nickel is uniform and without tarnishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eGEM\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-65\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e65 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eJewel\u003c\/b\u003e quality. Minimal marks or imperfections, very good original visual appeal and good strike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43663694397463,"sku":"CA251980-M65 NEAR BEAD","price":71.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsNearBeadsBU_MS-65_Revers.png?v=1762003754"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-66-choice","title":"1980 25 cents NEAR BEADS BU (MS-66) - GEM +","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-66) GEM +\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25-cent\u003c\/b\u003e coin is a \u003cb\u003esuperior\u003c\/b\u003e quality coin, graded \u003cb\u003eMS-66 (Mint State 66)\u003c\/b\u003e , which places it in the \u003cb\u003e\"GEM+\"\u003c\/b\u003e (Jewel Plus) or \u003cb\u003e\"Choice Gem Uncirculated\"\u003c\/b\u003e category. This grade indicates a coin of \u003cb\u003eremarkable\u003c\/b\u003e technical and aesthetic quality, highly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, with the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-66 (Mint State 66) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChandelier:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking chandelier is \u003cb\u003ecomplete, bright and very well preserved\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003every strong and complete\u003c\/b\u003e , with excellent definition on the details of the design (caribou antler, fur).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-66 piece is considered a \u003cb\u003esuperior piece of jewelry\u003c\/b\u003e . It exhibits \u003cb\u003eminimal marks or scratches\u003c\/b\u003e , often isolated and very slight, which are barely noticeable and do not detract from the overall visual appeal of the piece. These flaws are generally very few for this grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The nickel color is uniform and the surface condition is very clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eGEM +\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e66 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eJewel Plus\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. Very well struck, with minimal marks and scratches. Above average visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43663695216663,"sku":"CA251980-M66 NEAR BEAD","price":196.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsNearBeadsBU_MS-66_Revers.png?v=1762003647"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-67-choice","title":"1980 25 cents NEAR BEADS BU (MS-67) - SUPERB GEM","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-67) SUPERB GEM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25-cent\u003c\/b\u003e coin is of \u003cb\u003eexceptional\u003c\/b\u003e quality, graded \u003cb\u003eMS-67 (Mint State 67)\u003c\/b\u003e , which places it in the \u003cb\u003e\"SUPERB GEM\"\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003e\"Choice Superb Gem Uncirculated\"\u003c\/b\u003e category. This grade indicates a coin that approaches perfection and is considered extremely difficult to obtain for a circulating coin of that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe coin is a regular issue, featuring the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-67 (Mint State 67) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003ecomplete, bright and magnificent\u003c\/b\u003e , without any noticeable alteration. The field is very well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003every strong, clear and complete\u003c\/b\u003e , with exceptional definition of the finest details, including the fur and antlers of the caribou.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-67 coin is considered a \u003cb\u003esuperb piece of jewelry\u003c\/b\u003e . It has only a \u003cb\u003every small number of minor and isolated imperfections\u003c\/b\u003e , which are \u003cb\u003ebarely perceptible\u003c\/b\u003e under low magnification and have no impact on the overall appearance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of nickel is uniform, without distracting spots or tarnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSUPERB GEM\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-67\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e67 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSuperb quality. Jewel\u003c\/b\u003e . Crisp strike with only a few imperfections. Exceptional visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43663696232471,"sku":"CA251980-M67 NEAR BEAD","price":0.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsNearBeadsBU_MS-67_Revers.png?v=1762003521"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-68-choice","title":"1980 25 cents NEAR BEADS BU (MS-68) - SUPERB GEM +","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-68) SUPERB GEM +\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25-cent\u003c\/b\u003e coin is of \u003cb\u003eexceptional and near-perfect\u003c\/b\u003e quality, graded \u003cb\u003eMS-68 (Mint State 68)\u003c\/b\u003e . This grade places it in the \u003cb\u003e\"SUPERB GEM +\"\u003c\/b\u003e category and is one of the highest levels of quality one can hope for in a mass-produced quarter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, featuring the \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. This year's issue dates from the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin is made of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-68 quality (Mint State 68)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eRarity:\u003c\/b\u003e This grade is \u003cb\u003eextremely rare\u003c\/b\u003e for circulation coins from the 1980s, as it tolerates virtually no defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003etotal, vibrant and near-perfect\u003c\/b\u003e , very strong, reflecting light spectacularly on the fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003every clear, very precise and complete\u003c\/b\u003e . The details of the caribou, the antlers and the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II are perfectly defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-68 coin is considered \u003cb\u003ealmost flawless\u003c\/b\u003e . At most, it may have \u003cb\u003eminute and microscopic\u003c\/b\u003e imperfections that are \u003cb\u003ebarely perceptible\u003c\/b\u003e even under high magnification (often 5x), and which do not detract from the coin's visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The nickel color is uniform and the surface condition is very clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSUPERB GEM +\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-68\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e68 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSuperb Jewel Plus\u003c\/b\u003e quality. Very crisp strike with only minute imperfections. Outstanding visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43663696855063,"sku":"CA251980-M68 NEAR BEAD","price":359.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsNearBeadsBU_MS-68_Revers.png?v=1762003419"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-62-copie","title":"1980 25 cent BU (MS-60)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-60) UNCIRCULATED\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25 cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is graded \u003cb\u003eMS-60 (Mint State 60)\u003c\/b\u003e , which represents the \u003cb\u003eminimum\u003c\/b\u003e grade to be considered an \u003cb\u003eUncirculated (UNCIRCULATED)\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003eBrilliant Uncirculated (BU)\u003c\/b\u003e coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, featuring the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e design on the reverse, created by Emanuel Hahn. This year's issue dates from the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin is made of pure nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-60 (Mint State 60) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Although uncirculated, an MS-60 coin is the lowest quality in the \u003ci\u003eMint State\u003c\/i\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003epresent\u003c\/b\u003e but may be \u003cb\u003eweak or irregular\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike may be \u003cb\u003eweak or medium\u003c\/b\u003e . Details on the caribou and the effigy may lack sharpness or definition, although wear from circulation is absent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e The coin exhibits \u003cb\u003eheavy contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e on the fields and design, as well as highly visible scratches or roller marks resulting from the minting and bulk packaging process. These defects are very obvious and detract from the coin's visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The piece may exhibit slight tarnishing or uneven tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUNCIRCULATED\u003c\/b\u003e (Minimum Grade).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-60\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e60 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eMinimum Quality Uncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e . Poor visual appeal, numerous contact marks and minting\/handling defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43668217856023,"sku":"CA251980-M60 NEAR BEAD","price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsNearBeadsBU_MS-60_Revers_d4f70c67-fa4d-40c7-941b-e2c5a09ebc62.png?v=1762003377"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-65-gem-copie","title":"1980 25 cents NEAR BEADS BU (MS-65) - DIE CHIP X3","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Variety \"Die Chip X3\"\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-65) GEM - ERROR\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a collector's item that not only boasts superior preservation quality but also features a highly sought-after \u003cb\u003eminting error\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003edie variety\u003c\/b\u003e . It is graded \u003cb\u003eMS-65 (Mint State 65)\u003c\/b\u003e , placing it in the \u003cb\u003e\"GEM\"\u003c\/b\u003e (Gem) category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, featuring a \u003cb\u003ecaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse. It is composed of pure nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eError type: Die Chip X3 (Three die chips)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eNature of the error:\u003c\/b\u003e A \u003ci\u003edie chip\u003c\/i\u003e occurs when a small section of the striking die (the mold) breaks. During striking, this broken area fills with metal, creating a \u003cb\u003eraised dent\u003c\/b\u003e on the surface of the part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesignation \"X3\":\u003c\/b\u003e The designation \"X3\" indicates that this coin has \u003cb\u003ethree distinct and visible matrix chips\u003c\/b\u003e , often located at strategic points (e.g., around the effigy or letters) increasing the interest and rarity of the coin compared to a single chip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-65 (Mint State 65) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The MS-65 (Jewelry) grade applies to the condition of the piece, regardless of the presence of the error:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003etotal and excellent\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003eclean and complete\u003c\/b\u003e , with well-defined details. The die chip is an extrusion due to tool failure, not a striking defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-65 piece is considered a piece of \u003cb\u003ejewelry\u003c\/b\u003e . It has \u003cb\u003eminimal contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e or very slight and isolated imperfections, which do not significantly affect the visual appeal of the piece (apart from matrix chips which are the variety).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of nickel is uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eVariety:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eDie Chip X3\u003c\/b\u003e (Three visible matrix chips).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eGEM - ERROR\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-65\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e65 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eJewel\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. Minimal marks or imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43716595351575,"sku":"CA25198-MS65 DIE CHIP X3","price":149.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsN.B.DIECHIPERRORCARIBOU_LISTELBU_MS-65_Reverserreursencercles_2a794a1f-8db2-4a06-8784-f710880e24aa.png?v=1762088730"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-64-choice-copie","title":"1980 25 cents Far Beads BU (MS-64 CHOICE +) - FAR BEAD","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Variety \"Far Bead\"\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-64) CHOICE +\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a collector's item distinguished by an \u003cb\u003eobverse design\u003c\/b\u003e known as \u003cb\u003e\"Far Bead\"\u003c\/b\u003e . It is graded \u003cb\u003eMS-64 (Mint State 64)\u003c\/b\u003e , placing it in the \u003cb\u003e\"CHOICE+\"\u003c\/b\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, with the Caribou motif on the reverse, and is composed of pure nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eObverse variety: Far Bead\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext:\u003c\/b\u003e In 1980, the Royal Canadian Mint used two different dies for the obverse (portrait of Queen Elizabeth II) which are distinguished by the spacing of the beads (the small balls surrounding the effigy) in relation to the rim (the inner edge of the edge).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eCharacteristic:\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003cb\u003e\"Far Bead\"\u003c\/b\u003e variety is recognized by the \u003cb\u003elarger space\u003c\/b\u003e between the circle of beads and the inner edge of the rim of the piece, as opposed to the \"Near Bead\" variety (Close Beads).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-64 (Mint State 64) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The MS-64 grade applies to the condition of the part:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003egood to excellent\u003c\/b\u003e , with the majority of the original shine retained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003ecrisp and precise\u003c\/b\u003e . The details are well defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-64 piece may have some \u003cb\u003emoderate contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e or minor defects, but these are usually concealed in less distracting areas or do not detract from the overall visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of the nickel is uniform and without excessive tarnishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e with the \u003cb\u003eFar Bead\u003c\/b\u003e configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eVariety:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eFar Bead\u003c\/b\u003e (Distant Pearls).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCHOICE +\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-64\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e64 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSuperior\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. Average or better strike with several obvious contact marks or scratches, but located in less distracting areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43716657086487,"sku":"CA251980-MS64 FAR BEAD","price":9.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsNearBeadsBU_MS-64_Revers_d4140e2d-79c2-472f-b7c6-c5a6f39ba833.png?v=1762003867"},{"product_id":"1980-25-cents-bu-ms-65-gem-far-bead","title":"1980 25 cents Far Beads BU (MS-65 GEM) - FAR BEAD","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Variety \"Far Bead\"\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-65) GEM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1980 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a collector's item distinguished by its \u003cb\u003e\"Far Bead\"\u003c\/b\u003e obverse design. It is graded \u003cb\u003eMS-65 (Mint State 65)\u003c\/b\u003e , placing it in the \u003cb\u003e\"GEM\"\u003c\/b\u003e (Jewel) or \u003cb\u003e\"Gem Uncirculated\"\u003c\/b\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis grade indicates a coin of \u003cb\u003esuperior\u003c\/b\u003e quality that is highly sought after, particularly when it features a die variety like this one. The coin is a regular issue, with the Caribou motif on the reverse, and is made of pure nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eObverse variety: Far Bead\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eCharacteristic:\u003c\/b\u003e The term \u003cb\u003e\"Far Bead\"\u003c\/b\u003e identifies the obverse where the circle of pearls surrounding the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II is \u003cb\u003efurther\u003c\/b\u003e from the rim (the inner edge of the edge) than on the \"Near Bead\" variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignificance:\u003c\/b\u003e This variety is a recognition of a distinct die used by the Royal Canadian Mint in 1980.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-65 (Mint State 65) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The MS-65 grade applies to the condition of the part:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003etotal and excellent\u003c\/b\u003e . The field of the coin is very well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003ecrisp and complete\u003c\/b\u003e , with excellent detail definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-65 piece is considered a piece of \u003cb\u003ejewelry\u003c\/b\u003e . It may have \u003cb\u003eminimal contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e or very slight, isolated imperfections that are difficult to spot with the naked eye. These flaws do not significantly affect the piece's visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of nickel is uniform and without distracting tarnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e with the \u003cb\u003eFar Bead\u003c\/b\u003e configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eVariety:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eFar Bead\u003c\/b\u003e (Distant Pearls).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eGEM\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-65\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e65 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eJewel\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. Minimal marks or imperfections, very good original visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43716819976215,"sku":"CA251980-MS65 FAR BEAD","price":79.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/198025centsFARBEADSBU_MS-65_Revers.png?v=1762090604"},{"product_id":"1974-25-cents-au","title":"1974 25 cents AU","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e974 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eAU (Almost Uncirculated)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1974 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is graded \u003cb\u003eAU (Almost Uncirculated)\u003c\/b\u003e . This designation covers grades \u003cb\u003eAU-50 to AU-58\u003c\/b\u003e on the Sheldon scale and indicates that the coin has circulated \u003cb\u003every briefly\u003c\/b\u003e or has been handled in a way that has caused \u003cb\u003eslight but noticeable wear\u003c\/b\u003e on its highest points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, with the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e design on the reverse, and is made of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eAU quality (Almost Uncirculated)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe AU condition is characterized by preservation of the majority of the striking luster, but with signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eWear:\u003c\/b\u003e There is \u003cb\u003eslight but distinct wear\u003c\/b\u003e on the high points of the design. For this piece, this typically affects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The upper part of the \u003cb\u003ecaribou antlers\u003c\/b\u003e (reverse).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003ediadem\u003c\/b\u003e (crown) and \u003cb\u003ehair\u003c\/b\u003e of Queen Elizabeth II (obverse).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eMore than half (often 50 to 90%)\u003c\/b\u003e of the original striking luster is still present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e The piece may show light to moderate contact marks, but the main indicator of this condition is \u003cb\u003eslight abrasion\u003c\/b\u003e due to a short period of circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eAU-50:\u003c\/b\u003e Obvious signs of wear, approximately 50% of the luster remaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eAU-58 (Slider):\u003c\/b\u003e Extremely light wear, visible only on the highest points and with almost all of the luster remaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eAlmost Uncirculated (AU)\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43718872563735,"sku":"CA251974-AU","price":0.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/197425centsAURevers.png?v=1762099645"},{"product_id":"1974-25-cents-unc","title":"1974 25 cent UNC","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1974 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eUNC (Non Circulé \/ Uncirculated)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1974 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a circulating coin guaranteed to be in \u003cb\u003eUncirculated (UNC)\u003c\/b\u003e condition, meaning it has \u003cb\u003enever been in circulation\u003c\/b\u003e and shows \u003cb\u003eno wear\u003c\/b\u003e on the high points of the relief. It retains its original mint luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin features the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is made of \u003cb\u003epure nickel\u003c\/b\u003e (99.9% nickel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eUNC quality (Brilliant, non-circulating)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe UNC designation encompasses a range of qualities from grade \u003cb\u003eMS-60 to MS-70\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eAbsence of wear:\u003c\/b\u003e The essential criterion is the total absence of wear from circulation. The coin retains the original \u003cb\u003eluster\u003c\/b\u003e of the mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eContact imperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e A \u003ci\u003egeneric\u003c\/i\u003e (ungraded) UNC part may exhibit a variable number of \u003cb\u003econtact marks\u003c\/b\u003e and light scratches (known as \"hairlines\") that occurred during the forging, roll-packing, and bulk handling process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eVisual appeal:\u003c\/b\u003e The visual appearance can vary considerably, ranging from a piece with \u003cb\u003emany defects\u003c\/b\u003e (close to MS-60) to a piece with a \u003cb\u003estrong luster and few marks\u003c\/b\u003e (close to MS-65).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated (UNC \/ BU)\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43718872825879,"sku":"CA251974-UNC","price":0.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/197425centsUNCRevers.png?v=1762099590"},{"product_id":"1974-25-cents-bu-ms-63-choice","title":"1974 25 cents BU (MS-63) CHOICE","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1974 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-63) CHOICE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1974 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a circulating coin graded \u003cb\u003eMS-63 (Mint State 63)\u003c\/b\u003e , placing it in the \u003cb\u003e\"CHOICE\"\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003e\"Choice Uncirculated\"\u003c\/b\u003e category. This grade represents a coin that is significantly superior to the average of the most common uncirculated coins (MS-60 to MS-62) and is considered to be of good collector quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, featuring the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-63 (Mint State 63) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003egood and well-defined\u003c\/b\u003e , without being spectacular. There are no signs of wear from traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is generally \u003cb\u003ecrisp\u003c\/b\u003e , although some minor details may be slightly soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-63 coin is considered a \u003cb\u003echoice\u003c\/b\u003e piece. It exhibits a moderate number of \u003cb\u003eobvious contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e , or several light scratches. These flaws, which result from the bulk packaging and handling process at the Mint, are visible to the naked eye but do not detract from the visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of nickel is uniform, although slight tarnish spots may be tolerated if they are not too distracting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCHOICE\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-63\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e63 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eChoice\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. It has a full luster and average strike, but with several moderate contact marks or scratches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43718873153559,"sku":"CA251974-MS63","price":1.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/197425centsBU_MS-63_Revers.png?v=1762099529"},{"product_id":"1974-25-cents-nbu-pl-65-gem","title":"1974 25 cent NBU (PL-65) GEM","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1974 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eNBU (PL-65) GEM - PROOF-LIKE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1974 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is graded \u003cb\u003ePL-65 (Proof-Like 65)\u003c\/b\u003e , placing it in the \u003cb\u003e\"GEM\"\u003c\/b\u003e (Jewel) category of numismatic finishes. The term \u003cb\u003eNBU\u003c\/b\u003e ( \u003ci\u003eNumismatic Brilliant Uncirculated\u003c\/i\u003e or Non-Circulated) distinguishes this coin from standard circulation coins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eCoins with the \u003cb\u003eProof-Like (PL)\u003c\/b\u003e finish are struck with specially prepared dies, giving them a mirror-like surface and frosted patterns, although this finish is less contrasted than \u003ci\u003eProof\u003c\/i\u003e (proof) finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, featuring the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003ePL-65 Quality (Proof-Like 65)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The PL-65 grade is a \u003cb\u003ehigher\u003c\/b\u003e grade in the Proof-Like category:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster and Field:\u003c\/b\u003e The field of the coin is \u003cb\u003ebright and reflective\u003c\/b\u003e , with a \u003cb\u003every pronounced mirror effect\u003c\/b\u003e on both the obverse and reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003ecrisp and complete\u003c\/b\u003e , with excellent definition on all details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e A PL-65 piece is considered a \u003cb\u003egem\u003c\/b\u003e due to its Proof-Like finish. It may show some \u003cb\u003eminimal contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e or very slight storage traces, visible under bright lighting, but which do not affect the piece's visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eVisual Appeal:\u003c\/b\u003e The overall appearance is \u003cb\u003eexceptional\u003c\/b\u003e and the mirror effect is highly sought after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFinished:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eProof-Like (PL)\u003c\/b\u003e (Numismatic Finished)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eGEM\u003c\/b\u003e (Jewel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e PL-65\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003ePL (Proof-Like):\u003c\/b\u003e Mirror finish on the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e65 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eJewel\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. Minimal marks or imperfections tolerated on the mirror surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eNBU (Numismatic Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Coin not intended for general circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43718873612311,"sku":"CA251974-PL65","price":1.45,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/197425centsNBU_PL-65_Revers.png?v=1762099443"},{"product_id":"1975-25-cents-unc","title":"1975 25 cent UNC","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1975 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eUNC (Non Circulé \/ Uncirculated)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1975 Canadian 25-cent\u003c\/b\u003e coin is guaranteed to be in \u003cb\u003eUncirculated (UNC)\u003c\/b\u003e condition. It has \u003cb\u003enever been in circulation\u003c\/b\u003e and therefore shows \u003cb\u003eno signs of wear\u003c\/b\u003e on the high reliefs, particularly on the caribou antlers and the portrait of the Queen. It retains all of its original mint luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin features the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. 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The severity of these defects determines whether the coin would be graded MS-60 (numerous marks) or MS-64 and above (very few marks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1975\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated (UNC \/ BU)\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43729172594711,"sku":"CA251975-UNC","price":0.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/197525centsUNCRevers.png?v=1762198374"},{"product_id":"1975-25-cents-bu-ms-62","title":"1975 25 cents BU (MS-62)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1975 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-62) CHOICE LOW END\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1975 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is graded \u003cb\u003eMS-62 (Mint State 62)\u003c\/b\u003e , which represents a \u003cb\u003eBrilliant Uncirculated (BU)\u003c\/b\u003e grade of average to low quality. It is important to note that an MS-62 coin has \u003cb\u003enever circulated\u003c\/b\u003e but has been affected by handling and bulk packaging at the Mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, with the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-62 (Mint State 62) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003epresent\u003c\/b\u003e but often \u003cb\u003eirregular\u003c\/b\u003e or incomplete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImpact:\u003c\/b\u003e The impact may be \u003cb\u003eweak or average\u003c\/b\u003e . Fine details may lack sharpness or full definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-62 part is considered to be at the \u003cb\u003ebottom of the \u003ci\u003eChoice\u003c\/i\u003e category\u003c\/b\u003e . It exhibits a \u003cb\u003esignificant and highly visible number\u003c\/b\u003e of contact marks or light scratches on the fields and design. These defects, which result from contact with other parts or packaging equipment, are evident to the naked eye and may detract from the visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The piece may exhibit tarnishing or uneven tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1975\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCHOICE LOW END\u003c\/b\u003e (Bottom of the choice category).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-62\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e62 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eGood to Poor\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. Medium luster with many distracting contact marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43729172627479,"sku":"CA251975-MS62","price":0.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/197525centsBU_MS-62_Revers.png?v=1762198302"},{"product_id":"1975-25-cents-bu-ms-64-choice","title":"1975 25 cents BU (MS-64) CHOICE+","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1975 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-64) CHOICE +\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This \u003cb\u003e1975 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a circulating coin graded \u003cb\u003eMS-64 (Mint State 64)\u003c\/b\u003e , placing it in the \u003cb\u003e\"CHOICE +\"\u003c\/b\u003e category. This grade represents a \u003cb\u003ehigh-quality collector's\u003c\/b\u003e coin, significantly superior to the average ungraded coin, and is highly sought after for its excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, featuring the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-64 (Mint State 64) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003egood to excellent\u003c\/b\u003e , with most of the original shine retained. There are no signs of wear from traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is \u003cb\u003ecrisp and precise\u003c\/b\u003e . Most of the details of the design (such as the caribou antlers) are well defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-64 coin is considered a \u003cb\u003esuperior quality\u003c\/b\u003e coin. It may have some \u003cb\u003emoderate contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e or minor defects (handling scratches), but these are generally hidden in less distracting areas or do not detract from the coin's overall visual appeal. The defects are few compared to lower grade coins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of the nickel is uniform and without excessive tarnishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1975\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCHOICE +\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-64\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e64 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSuperior\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. It has average or better typing with several obvious contact marks or scratches, but located in less distracting areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (Brilliant Uncirculated):\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the original brilliance of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Monnaie Royale Canadienne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43729172660247,"sku":"CA251975-MS64","price":8.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/8830\/6967\/files\/197525centsBU_MS-64_Revers.png?v=1762198207"},{"product_id":"1976-25-cents-bu-ms-63-choice","title":"1976 25 cents BU (MS-63) CHOICE","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003e1976 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eBU (MS-63) CHOICE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the room\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis \u003cb\u003e1976 Canadian 25-cent coin\u003c\/b\u003e is a circulating coin graded \u003cb\u003eMS-63 (Mint State 63)\u003c\/b\u003e , placing it in the \u003cb\u003e\"CHOICE\"\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003e\"Choice Uncirculated\"\u003c\/b\u003e category. This grade represents a coin that is significantly superior to the average of the most common uncirculated coins (MS-60 to MS-62) and is considered to be of good collector quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The coin is a regular issue, featuring the classic \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS-63 (Mint State 63) quality\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLuster:\u003c\/b\u003e The striking luster is \u003cb\u003egood and well-defined\u003c\/b\u003e , without being spectacular. There are no signs of wear from traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eStrike:\u003c\/b\u003e The strike is generally \u003cb\u003ecrisp\u003c\/b\u003e , although some minor details may be slightly soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImperfections:\u003c\/b\u003e An MS-63 coin is considered a \u003cb\u003echoice\u003c\/b\u003e piece. It exhibits a moderate number of \u003cb\u003eobvious contact marks\u003c\/b\u003e , or several light scratches. These flaws result from the minting and bulk packaging process and are visible to the naked eye, but do not detract from the coin's visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTone:\u003c\/b\u003e The color of nickel is uniform, although slight tarnish spots may be tolerated if they are not too distracting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003eobverse\u003c\/b\u003e features the effigy of \u003cb\u003eHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eMain Features\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFace value:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1976\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesign (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCaribou\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e Nickel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eCHOICE\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade evaluation details\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e MS-63\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDescription of the grade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMS (Mint State):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e Coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e63 (on the Sheldon scale):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eChoice\u003c\/b\u003e Quality. 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