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1975 25 cents BU (MS-62)

1975 25 cents BU (MS-62)

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1975 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular

BU (MS-62) CHOICE LOW END


Description of the room

This 1975 Canadian 25-cent coin is graded MS-62 (Mint State 62) , which represents a Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) grade of average to low quality. It is important to note that an MS-62 coin has never circulated but has been affected by handling and bulk packaging at the Mint.

The coin is a regular issue, with the classic Caribou motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel.

MS-62 (Mint State 62) quality

  • Luster: The striking luster is present but often irregular or incomplete.

  • Impact: The impact may be weak or average . Fine details may lack sharpness or full definition.

  • Imperfections: An MS-62 part is considered to be at the bottom of the Choice category . It exhibits a significant and highly visible number 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.

  • Tone: The piece may exhibit tarnishing or uneven tone.

The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II .

Main Features

  • Face value: 25 cents

  • Year: 1975

  • Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)

  • Design (Reverse): Caribou .

  • Composition: Nickel.

  • Designation: CHOICE LOW END (Bottom of the choice category).

Grade evaluation details

  • Grade: MS-62

  • Description of the grade:

    • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated Coin.

    • 62 (on the Sheldon scale): Good to Poor Quality. Medium luster with many distracting contact marks.

    • BU (Brilliant Uncirculated): Retains the original brilliance of the coin.

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