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2001 5 cents No-P Castor - BU (MS-62)

2001 5 cents No-P Castor - BU (MS-62)

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2001 5 Cents (Nickel) - No-P Variety (Unbranded)

BU (MS-62) AVERAGE


Description of the room

This 2001 Canadian 5-cent coin is a collector's specimen classified MS-62 (Mint State 62) , placing it at the lower end of the Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) category. It is technically uncirculated, but has been significantly affected by handling and bulk packaging at the Mint.

  • Key Variety: "No-P" (Without 'P' Mark) . This is the important 2001 variety that does not include the "P" (for plated ) under the Queen's bust.

  • Condition (Grade): MS-62 (Mint State 62).

  • Condition: BU (Brilliant Uncirculated) , guaranteed free from traffic wear.

The 2001 5 cent coin is made of nickel-plated steel . The reverse design is the classic Beaver .

Detailed MS-62 Quality

  • Luster: The striking luster is present but often irregular or incomplete . There is no trace of wear from circulation.

  • Impact: The impact may be weak or average . Fine details may lack sharpness.

  • Imperfections: An MS-62 coin is considered to be at the lower end of the Choice category . It exhibits a significant and highly visible number of contact marks or light scratches on the fields and design. These flaws are evident to the naked eye and may detract from the coin's visual appeal.

  • Visual Appeal: The appearance is decent, but clearly compromised by flaws.

The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the 'P' is missing under the bust.

Main Features

  • Face value: 5 cents

  • Year: 2001

  • Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)

  • Variety: No-P (Without P Mark) .

  • Pattern (Reverse): Castor (Beaver) .

  • Composition: Nickel-plated steel.

  • Designation: AVERAGE (Average).

Grade evaluation details

  • Grade: MS-62

  • Description of the grade:

    • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated Coin.

    • 62 (on the Sheldon scale): Good to Poor Quality. Medium luster with many distracting contact marks.

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

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