1978 25 Cents (Quarter) Variety "Large Beads"
NBU (PL-65) GEM - PROOF-LIKE
Description of the room
This 1978 Canadian 25-cent coin is a collector's item distinguished by its Proof-Like (PL) finish and the obverse design known as "Large Beads." It is graded PL-65 (Proof-Like 65) , placing it in the "GEM" (Jewel) category.
The term NBU (Numismatic Brilliant Uncirculated) confirms its status as a collector's issue, struck with specially polished dies to achieve highly reflective fields (mirror effect) and frosted patterns. The coin is composed of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).
Obverse variety: Large Beads
PL-65 Quality (Proof-Like 65)
The PL-65 grade is a higher grade in the Proof-Like category:
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Chandelier and Field: The field of the room is highly reflective , with a very pronounced mirror effect .
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Strike: The strike is extremely crisp and complete , with perfect definition of the details of the Caribou.
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Imperfections: A PL-65 piece is considered a piece of jewelry . It may only have microscopic contact marks or extremely light storage scratches, visible only under high magnification, but which do not detract from the overall appearance and visual appeal of the piece.
The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with the Large Beads configuration.
Main Features
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Face value: 25 cents
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Year: 1978
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Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)
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Finished: Proof-Like (PL) (Numismatic Finished)
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Variety: Large Beads .
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Designation: GEM (Jewel).
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