2006 Canada: 25 cents BRAVERY
BU (Brilliant Out of Circulation) Quality — Grade: MS-63 CHOICE
Description of the room
This 25-cent commemorative coin was issued in 2006 by the Royal Canadian Mint to honour recipients of the Medal of Valour . It was officially unveiled at Rideau Hall following a ceremony honoring new recipients of the Cross of Valour, the Star of Courage, and the Medal of Valour. This coin highlights the courage of Canadians who risk their lives to save or protect others. With a mintage of 20,040,000 , it is now sought after by collectors. The example offered, graded MS-63 Choice , offers a remarkable state of preservation with superior visual appeal.
The Obverse (Effect of Queen Elizabeth II)
The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Canadian artist Susanna Blunt , an image used on Canadian coins from 2003 to 2023. The Queen is depicted without her crown, in a clean, contemporary style. The legend "ELIZABETH II 2006 D • G • REGINA" surrounds the royal bust. For an MS-63 Choice grade coin , the striking luster is very present, intense and uniform across almost the entire surface, with a beautiful "cartwheel" effect. Contact marks are minimal and barely visible to the naked eye.
The Reverse (Medal of Bravery)
The reverse side, designed by the artist Cosme Saffioti This represents the Medal of Bravery, one of three decorations for distinguished acts of courage in Canada. It bears the inscriptions "BRAVERY 2006 BRAVOURE 25 CENTS" as well as the word "CANADA". This understated and elegant design pays tribute to the exceptional courage of the recipients. In MS-63 Choice , all the details of the medal and inscriptions are perfectly crisp and well-struck, without any wear. The "Choice" quality translates into a harmonious balance between luster, surface preservation, and overall visual impact.
Technical Specifications
Condition: MS-63 CHOICE (Universal Brilliant / Mint State-63 Choice)
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Luster: The original luster is very present, intense and uniform over almost the entire surface, with a good "cartwheel" effect.
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Surface: Contact marks are minimal and few in number. A very slight dent or a fine scratch may be visible, but nothing distracting. The coin has not been in circulation.
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Striking: Full strike with all design details (medal, inscriptions) perfectly clear and well-executed.
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Visual appeal: An MS-63 Choice grade coin offers an excellent balance of quality and value. The "Choice" designation indicates a coin that stands out for its superior presentation compared to the average MS-63.
