2012 5 cents Castor - BU (MS-64) CHOICE +

2012 5 Cents (Nickel) - Beaver Pattern

BU (MS-64) CHOICE +

Description of the room

This 2012 Canadian 5-cent coin is graded MS-64 (Mint State 64) , placing it in the "CHOICE +" category. This grade represents a high-quality collector's coin that is free from circulation wear and visually very appealing for this type of coin.

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

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

The 2012 5-cent coin is made of nickel-plated steel . The reverse design is the classic Beaver , designed by GE Kruger-Gray.

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 in number and generally located in the least distracting areas.

• Visual Appeal: The appearance is very good, although not reaching the near perfection of a Bijou (MS-65).

The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II .

Main Features

• Face value: 5 cents

• Year: 2012

• Issuer: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)

• 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.