10 Cents 1974


Added by Alain Martineau
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General Description In Canada a dime is a coin worth ten cents. It is the smallest (in physical size), it symbolizes both the magnitude of the fishing industry and the maritime skills of Canadians. The Bluenose was not only a racing schooner, but also one of the great fishing vessels that helped build the reputation of the Grand Banks fishery
Obv. Description Elizabeth II at 39 years old, surrounded by the Latin inscription ELIZABETH II D G REGINA. The inscription is an abbreviated form of the one used from 1953-1964
Rev. Description CANADA, the famous Bluenose schooner under sail, 1974 on the right, 10 CENTS bellow
Catalog code KM# 77.1
Mintage 210,566,565
Diameter 18.03 mm
Thickness 1.16 mm
Weight 2.0700 g
Material Nickel
Orientation Medal
Mint Canada - Royal Canadian Mint
Edge Type reeded
Designer Re: Emanuel Hahn, Ob: Arnold Machin
Catalog prices
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XF $0.15   UNC $0.20  

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