1980 25 cents BU (MS-66) - GEM +

1980 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular

BU (MS-66) GEM +

Description of the room

This 1980 Canadian 25-cent coin is a superior quality coin, graded MS-66 (Mint State 66) , which places it in the "GEM+" (Jewel Plus) or "Choice Gem Uncirculated" category. This grade indicates a coin of remarkable technical and aesthetic quality, highly sought after by collectors.

The coin is a regular issue, with the classic Caribou motif on the reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn. It is composed of pure nickel.

MS-66 (Mint State 66) quality

• Chandelier: The striking chandelier is complete, bright and very well preserved .

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

• Imperfections: An MS-66 piece is considered a superior piece of jewelry . It exhibits minimal marks or scratches , often isolated and very slight, which are barely noticeable and do not detract from the overall visual appeal of the piece. These flaws are generally very few for this grade.

• 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: 1980

• Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)

• Design (Reverse): Caribou .

• Composition: Nickel.

• Designation: GEM + .

Grade evaluation details

• Grade: MS-66

• Description of the grade:

  • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated Coin.

  • 66 (on the Sheldon scale): Jewel Plus Quality. Very well struck, with minimal marks and scratches. Above average visual appeal.

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