1949 25 cents Canada (80% silver and 20% copper)
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.