Obverse

Reverse

10 Cents

Canadian 10 Cents (Bluenose Dime)

Canada · 1973

A Canadian dime featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and the famous Bluenose schooner on the reverse.

Country: Canada
Year: 1973
Denomination: 10 Cents
Metal: 99.9% Nickel
Grade: Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated (minor surface wear and scratches visible)

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Overview

A Canadian dime featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and the famous Bluenose schooner on the reverse.

Historical significance

The Bluenose was a famous Canadian fishing and racing schooner from Nova Scotia, a provincial icon that became a symbol of national pride. The design has been featured on the Canadian dime since 1937.

Obverse (front)

Younger portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, surrounded by the inscription 'ELIZABETH II D G REGINA'.

Reverse (back)

Depiction of the Bluenose schooner sailing to the left, with the country name 'CANADA' above, the year '1973' to the right, and the denomination '10 CENTS' below.

Estimated value

$0.10 - $0.50 in circulated condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition grade and key dates/errors within the series; standard circulation dates like 1973 carry primarily face value or modest collector value.

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated (minor surface wear and scratches visible)

Mintage & rarity

High mintage, extremely common in circulated grades

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check the weight against specifications (2.07g) and test for non-magnetic properties (though nickel is magnetic, modern counterfeits or base metals may differ slightly, but 1973 is pure nickel so it is magnetic).

Notable varieties & errors

Look out for occasional double punch or repunched date varieties, though most are common business strikes.

Similar coins

Other Canadian dime years featuring the Bluenose design

Care & preservation

Store in a dry, cool place. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive polishing to preserve any original mint luster and value.

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