1977 25 cents BU (MS-64) CHOICE +

1977 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular

BU (MS-64) CHOICE +

Description of the room

This 1977 Canadian 25-cent coin is a circulating coin graded MS-64 (Mint State 64) , placing it in the "CHOICE +" category. This grade represents a high-quality collector's coin, significantly superior to the majority of ungraded coins, characterized by excellent condition.

The coin is a regular issue, featuring the classic Caribou motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).

MS-64 (Mint State 64) quality

• Luster: The striking luster is good to excellent , with most of the original brilliance retained. The piece is entirely free of traffic wear.

• Strike: The strike is crisp and precise . Most of the details of the design (such as the caribou antlers) are well defined.

• Imperfections: An MS-64 piece is considered a superior quality piece. It may have some moderate contact marks or minor defects (handling scratches), but these are few and generally located in less distracting areas or do not detract from the overall visual appeal.

• Tone: The color of the nickel is uniform and without excessive tarnishing.

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

Main Features

• Face value: 25 cents

• Year: 1977

• Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)

• Design (Reverse): Caribou .

• Composition: Nickel.

• Designation: CHOICE + .

Grade evaluation details

• Grade: MS-64

• Description of the grade:

  • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated Coin.

  • 64 (on the Sheldon scale): Superior Quality. Average or better strike with several obvious contact marks or scratches, but located in less distracting areas.

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