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Elizabeth II Canadian Cent
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Key Fact
Description
This is a 1 Cent coin from Canada, featuring a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and a maple leaf on the reverse. It was minted by the Royal Canadian Mint and made of copper, with a diameter of 19.05 mm and a thickness of 1.5 mm. The coin was produced for circulation.
History
This coin belongs to the series featuring Queen Elizabeth II's effigy, which first appeared on Canadian coinage in 1953. The design of the Queen's bust was created by Mary Gillick, while the reverse maple leaf design is attributed to G. E. Kruger-Gray. These pennies were a common part of everyday transactions in Canada during the mid-20th century.
Facts
The Canadian one-cent coin, or penny, was demonetized in 2013 and is no longer accepted as legal tender. However, coins from this era, especially those in good condition, remain popular with collectors. The effigy of Queen Elizabeth II on this coin represents her early reign, a period of significant change and development for Canada.
Value Fact
The market value for these Canadian pennies varies significantly based on their year and condition. While common circulation strikes from the 1950s and 1960s are generally worth very little, rarer dates or coins in high-grade mint condition can fetch higher prices. Collectors often seek out specific years or mint marks for completion of sets.
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