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2001 5 cents No-P Castor - BU (MS-64) CHOICE +

2001 5 cents No-P Castor - BU (MS-64) CHOICE +

$7.95 CAD

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

BU (MS-64) CHOICE +


Description of the room

This 2001 Canadian 5-cent coin is a collector's specimen graded MS-64 (Mint State 64) , placing it in the "CHOICE +" category. This grade represents a high-quality coin for this sought-after variety, free from circulation wear and visually appealing.

  • Key Variety: "No-P" (Without 'P' Mark) . This variety is important because part of the 2001 mintage was struck without the "P" (for plated , indicating plating) under the Queen's bust.

  • Condition (Grade): MS-64 (Mint State 64).

  • 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-64 Quality

  • Luster: The striking luster is good to excellent , with the majority of the original shine retained.

  • Strike: The strike is generally crisp and precise . Most of the details of the caster and the dam are well defined.

  • Imperfections: An MS-64 part is considered a superior quality part. It exhibits some moderate contact marks or minor defects (handling scratches) inherent to the production process. These defects are few and generally located in less distracting areas, allowing the part to maintain excellent visual appeal.

  • Visual Appeal: The appearance is very good, but does not reach the near perfection of a Jewel (MS-65).

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: CHOICE + .

Grade evaluation details

  • Grade: MS-64

  • Description of the grade:

    • MS (Mint State): Uncirculated Coin.

    • 64 (on the Sheldon scale): Superior Quality. Average or better strike with several obvious contact marks or scratches, but located in less distracting areas.

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

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