1981 25 Cents (Quarter) Regular
AU-UNC (Almost Uncirculated - Uncirculated Limit)
Description of the room
This 1981 Canadian 25-cent coin is in AU-UNC condition, indicating that it is on the verge of being uncirculated (UNC). The coin is composed of pure nickel (99.9% nickel).
AU-UNC grade (AU-58 to MS-61)
The AU-UNC designation is a transitional category characterized by the following points:
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Wear (AU-58): If the coin is classified AU-58 (often called Slider ), it shows extremely slight and localized wear on the highest points (caribou antlers, Queen's diadem), visible only under specific lighting. It is almost uncirculated.
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Luster: The coin retains the majority of its minting luster (often 90% or more), particularly in the protected fields.
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Strike: The strike is generally clean .
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Imperfections (MS-60/61): If the piece is considered Uncirculated (MS-60 or MS-61), it shows no signs of circulation wear , but has a very low or incomplete luster (MS-60) , or a large number of contact marks and scratches (MS-61), which significantly detract from the visual appeal.
The room is free from major damage or aggressive cleaning.
The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II .
Main Features
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Face value: 25 cents
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Year: 1981
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Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)
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Design (Reverse): Caribou .
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Composition: Nickel.
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Condition: AU-UNC (Nearly Uncirculated - Uncirculated Limit).
