2000-W Canada: 25 Cents Caribou
NBU (Numismatic Brilliant Uncirculated) quality — Grade: PL-65 GEM
Description of the room
This 25-cent coin from the year 2000 bears the mint mark "W" beneath the Queen's effigy, signifying its production in Winnipeg. Unlike the Millennium circulation coins of that year, this classic caribou design was produced exclusively for collectors in uncirculated sets. The PL-65 Gem grade attests to a coin of exceptional quality, with proof-like fields and outstanding visual appeal.
The Obverse (Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II)
The obverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Dora de Pédery-Hunt. The letter "W" is distinctly struck below the bust. In Gem quality, the field is virtually free of marks, offering a deep and uniform, mirror-like luster.
The Reverse
Emanuel Hahn's famous Caribou is rendered with remarkable precision. As this is a numismatic strike (NBU), the contrast between the caribou's relief and the brilliant field is much more pronounced than on a circulating coin. The date "2000" is crisp and perfectly centered.
Technical Specifications
| Characteristic
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Detail
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| Year
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2000
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| Workshop mark |
"W" (Winnipeg)
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| Nominal Value
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25 cents
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| Composition
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Nickel-plated steel
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| Weight
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5.05 g
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| Diameter
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23.88 mm
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| State
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NBU / PL (Proof-Like)
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| Grade |
PL-65 GEM
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Condition: PL-65 GEM NBU
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Luster: Intense and uniform mirror-like shine over the entire surface.
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Surface: "Gem" quality; no major contact marks visible, preserved in its original striking condition.
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Visual Appeal: Exceptional; the combination of the rarity of the "W" brand and the PL finish makes it a choice piece.
