1998 5 cents Castor - BU (MS-63) CHOICE

1998 5 Cents (Nickel) - Beaver Pattern

BU (MS-63) CHOICE

Description of the room

This 1998 Canadian 5-cent coin is graded MS-63 (Mint State 63) , placing it in the "CHOICE" or "Choice Uncirculated" category. This grade represents a coin that is significantly superior to the most common uncirculated coins (MS-60 to MS-62) and is of good collector quality .

The 1998 5-cent coin is made of a nickel-plated steel alloy. The reverse design is the classic Beaver , designed by GE Kruger-Gray.

MS-63 (Mint State 63) quality

• Luster: The striking luster is good and well-defined , without being spectacular. The coin is entirely free of circulation wear.

• Strike: The strike is generally crisp , although some minor details may be slightly soft.

• Imperfections: An MS-63 coin is considered a choice piece. It exhibits a moderate number of obvious contact marks , or several light scratches. These flaws result from the minting and bulk packaging process and are visible to the naked eye, but they do not detract from the coin's overall visual appeal.

• Visual Appeal: The appearance is acceptable for an uncirculated collector's item.

The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II .

Main Features

• Face value: 5 cents

• Year: 1998

• Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)

• Pattern (Reverse): Castor (Beaver) .

• Composition: Nickel-plated steel.

• Designation: CHOICE .

Grade evaluation details

• Grade: MS-63

• Description of the grade:

  • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated Coin.

  • 63 (on the Sheldon scale): Choice Quality. It has a full luster and average strike, but with several moderate contact marks or scratches.

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