Canadian 25 Cents Elizabeth II (2nd portrait)
Country of Origin: Canada
Year of Issue: 1969
Denomination: Twenty-Five Cents (Quarter)
Composition: 99.9% Nickel
Brief Description
The reverse features the famous racing schooner Bluenose under sail, designed by Emanuel Hahn. The obverse depicts the bust of Queen Elizabeth II.
Historical Significance
The Bluenose was a celebrated Canadian racing and fishing schooner from Nova Scotia. In 1968, the Royal Canadian Mint switched the composition from silver to nickel due to rising silver prices, making 1969 one of the first full years of the nickel composition.
Estimated Value
$0.25 - $2.00 USD (Circulated condition value is primarily face value; higher for uncirculated specimens)
Care Instructions
Handle by the edges to avoid transferring skin oils. Store in a cool, dry place inside a PVC-free coin holder or capsule. Do not clean with chemicals or abrasives, as this can destroy the numismatic value.
Created At: 2026-03-22T22:21:18.810606