1994 10 cents BU (MS-63) CHOICE

1994 10 Cents (Dime) “Bluenose”

BU (MS-63) CHOICE

Description of the room

This Canadian 10-cent coin, dated 1994 and featuring the famous "Bluenose," is a fine collector's item. Its MS (Mint State) grade confirms that it has never been in circulation . This grade places it in the "CHOICE Uncirculated" category, making it a valuable addition to any collection.

General characteristics

• Face value: 10 cents

• Year: 1994

• Issuer: Canada

• Composition: 99.9% nickel

• Weight: 2.07 grams

• Diameter: 18.03 mm

• Shape: Round

• Print run: 163,943,000

Obverse (reverse side)

The obverse, designed by the artist Dora de Pédery-Hunt, features the bust of Queen Elizabeth II with the inscription "ELIZABETH II D·G·REGINA". On a MS-63 grade coin, the strike is of good quality and the luster is complete . However, it may exhibit several contact marks or striking imperfections that are easily visible without magnification.

Reverse (front side)

The reverse, a design by Emanuel Hahn, features the schooner "Bluenose," with the inscriptions "CANADA," "10 CENTS," and the date "1994." The ship's design is clear, and the luster, while present, may be uneven. The coin's surface may show marks resulting from the minting process and contact with other coins during packaging.

Certification details

• Grade: MS-63

• Description of the grade:

  • MS (Mint State): The coin has never circulated and is in its original minted condition.

  • 63 (on the Sheldon scale): A coin with a grade of MS-63 is considered a "Choice Uncirculated" coin. It has a full luster but may have a greater number of contact marks and striking flaws that are easily visible. It is a coin with good visual appeal, but it is not perfect.

  • BU (Brilliant Uncirculated): This term means that the coin has not circulated and has retained its original brilliance.

  • "CHOICE": This designation confirms that the coin is of superior quality and is a good specimen for a collection, representing the minimum acceptable quality for many knowledgeable collectors of uncirculated coins.

A coin with an MS-63 grade is an excellent starting point for an uncirculated coin collection, as it offers a good balance between quality and affordability.