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1980 25 cents Far Beads BU (MS-65 GEM) - FAR BEAD

1980 25 cents Far Beads BU (MS-65 GEM) - FAR BEAD

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1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Variety "Far Bead"

BU (MS-65) GEM


Description of the room

This 1980 Canadian 25-cent coin is a collector's item distinguished by its "Far Bead" obverse design. It is graded MS-65 (Mint State 65) , placing it in the "GEM" (Jewel) or "Gem Uncirculated" category.

This grade indicates a coin of superior quality that is highly sought after, particularly when it features a die variety like this one. The coin is a regular issue, with the Caribou motif on the reverse, and is made of pure nickel.

Obverse variety: Far Bead

Characteristic: The term "Far Bead" identifies the obverse where the circle of pearls surrounding the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II is further from the rim (the inner edge of the edge) than on the "Near Bead" variety.

  • Significance: This variety is a recognition of a distinct die used by the Royal Canadian Mint in 1980.

MS-65 (Mint State 65) quality

The MS-65 grade applies to the condition of the part:

  • Luster: The striking luster is total and excellent . The field of the coin is very well preserved.

  • Strike: The strike is crisp and complete , with excellent detail definition.

  • Imperfections: An MS-65 piece is considered a piece of jewelry . It may have minimal contact marks or very slight, isolated imperfections that are difficult to spot with the naked eye. These flaws do not significantly affect the piece's visual appeal.

  • Tone: The color of nickel is uniform and without distracting tarnish.

The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with the Far Bead configuration.

Main Features

Face value: 25 cents

  • Year: 1980

  • Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)

  • Variety: Far Bead (Distant Pearls).

  • 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.

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

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