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.999 pure
5.067 oz
2,500 minted
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1 cent 2017 - Silver Siler Gold Plated Big Coin

2017

A 2017 Canadian 1 cent struck in 99.99% silver, gold plated. Reverse designed by Alex Colville. Reverse: An oversized 5 oz silver Big Coin with gold plating reproducing the classic Canadian one-cent reverse design, part of the Big Coin series celebrating Canada 150. Mintage: 2,500. Variety: Silver Siler Gold Plated Big Coin. Uncirculated finish.

Metal Silver (.999 pure)
Weight 5.067 oz (157.60 g)
Mintage 2,500
Diameter 65.25 mm
Edge Reeded
Finish Uncirculated
Series Canada 150
Obverse Susanna Blunt
Rarity Scarce
Est. Value $250-$350 CAD
Status Available
Live Melt Value
$516.67 CAD
$375.75 USD
Spot Silver
$102.07/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "1 CENT CANADA 1867-2017". 65.25 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 99.99% silver, gold plated.
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Collector Research Notes

An oversized 5 oz silver Big Coin with gold plating reproducing the classic Canadian one-cent reverse design, part of the Big Coin series celebrating Canada 150.

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