1977 25 cents BU (MS-65) GEM

1977 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular

BU (MS-65) GEM

Description of the room

This 1977 Canadian 25-cent coin is a circulating coin graded MS-65 (Mint State 65) , placing it in the "GEM" (Jewel) or "Gem Uncirculated" category. This grade is exceptional for a circulating coin of that year, indicating a piece of superior technical and aesthetic quality, highly sought after by discerning collectors.

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-65 (Mint State 65) quality

• Luster: The striking luster is total and excellent . The piece is completely free of traffic wear.

• Strike: The strike is clear and complete , with excellent definition on the details of the design (caribou antler, fur).

• Imperfections: An MS-65 coin is considered a jewel . It exhibits minimal contact marks or very slight, isolated imperfections. These flaws, which result from the bulk packaging process at the Mint, are generally barely visible to the naked eye and do not detract from the coin's overall visual appeal.

• Tone: The nickel color is uniform and the surface condition is very clean.

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: GEM .

Grade evaluation details

• Grade: MS-65

• Description of the grade:

  • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated Coin.

  • 65 (on the Sheldon scale): Jewel quality. Minimal marks or imperfections, very good original visual appeal and good strike.

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