2007 Canada: 25 cents Caribou
BU (Brilliant Out of Circulation) Quality — Grade: MS-63 CHOICE
Description of the room
This 2007 25-cent coin belongs to the long line of 25-cent caribou designs, an iconic motif introduced in 1937 and still used today on Canadian circulation coins. The year 2007 is distinguished by the use of the maple leaf as a hallmark at the bottom of the obverse, permanently replacing the older mint marks. With a massive mintage of 386,763,000 for circulation, high-quality examples like this one are particularly sought after. The example offered, graded MS-63 Choice , is in remarkable condition with superior visual appeal.
The Obverse (Effect of Queen Elizabeth II with maple leaf)
The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Canadian artist Susanna Blunt , an effigy used on Canadian coins from 2003 to 2023. The Queen is depicted without a crown, in a clean and contemporary style. The legend "ELIZABETH II D • G • REGINA" surrounds the royal bust, along with the date "2007". A distinctive feature of this issue is the maple leaf 🍁 at the bottom of the obverse, which now serves as the mint mark. For an MS-63 Choice grade , the mint luster is excellent, 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 (Caribou)
The reverse features the classic caribou design, created by Emanuel Hahn and used since 1937. The animal's head, an iconic symbol of Canadian currency, is surrounded by the word "CANADA," the value "25 CENTS," and the year "2007." The engraver's initial "H" appears at the bottom of the design. In MS-63 Choice quality , all the details of the antlers and fur 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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Strike: Full strike with all design details (caribou, inscriptions) perfectly clear and well-executed.
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Special feature: The maple leaf at the bottom of the obverse is the distinctive mark of this issue, marking a new chapter in the history of Canadian currency.
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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.
