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1978 25 cents LARGE BEADS BU (MS-63) CHOICE

1978 25 cents LARGE BEADS BU (MS-63) CHOICE

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1978 25 Cents (Quarter) Variety "Large Beads"

BU (MS-63) CHOICE


Description of the room

This 1978 Canadian 25-cent coin is a circulation coin graded MS-63 (Mint State 63) , placing it in the "CHOICE" or "Choice Uncirculated" category. This grade represents a coin that is of good collector quality and free from circulation wear.

The coin features the classic Caribou motif on the reverse and is made of pure nickel.

Obverse variety: Large Beads

  • Characteristic: The term "Large Beads" identifies the obverse where the small beads forming the decorative ring around the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II are larger and closer to the outer rim compared to the "Small Beads" variety.

  • Interest: This variety is sought after for this specific vintage (1978).

MS-63 (Mint State 63) quality

The MS-63 grade applies to the condition of the part:

  • Luster: The striking luster is good and present , without being spectacular.

  • Strike: The strike is generally crisp , although some minor details may be slightly soft.

  • Imperfections: An MS-63 coin may have a moderate number of obvious contact marks or several light scratches. These flaws are visible to the naked eye, but they do not detract from the coin's overall visual appeal.

  • Designation: CHOICE .

The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with the Large Beads configuration.

Main Features

  • Face value: 25 cents

  • Year: 1978

  • Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)

  • Variety: Large Beads .

  • Composition: Nickel.

  • Designation: CHOICE .

Grade evaluation details

  • Grade: MS-63

  • Description of the grade:

    • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated Coin.

    • 63 (on the Sheldon scale): Choice Quality. It has a full luster and average strike, but with several moderate contact marks or scratches.

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

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