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Reference image of 1 oz. Pure Silver Coin - Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II: The New Queen
.9999 pure
1 oz
4,500 minted
Reference image courtesy of Royal Canadian Mint

1 oz. Pure Silver Coin - Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II: The New Queen

2018

A 2018.9999 silver $20 weighing 1.0 oz (31.1g), 36.07 mm diameter. Reverse: Features a portrait of the young Queen Elizabeth II as she appeared at the time of her coronation, commemorating her early reign as the new queen. Mintage: 4,500. Uncirculated finish.

Metal Silver (.9999 pure)
Weight 1 oz (31.10 g)
Mintage 4,500
Diameter 36.07 mm
Edge Serrated
Finish Uncirculated
Series Elizabeth II Modern (1968-2022)
Obverse Susanna Blunt
Reverse Susanna Blunt
Rarity Scarce
Est. Value $150
Status Sold Out
Live Melt Value
$102.06 CAD
$74.22 USD
Spot Silver
$102.07/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint Price
$149.95
As issued
Premium
47%
Over melt
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Identification Tips
36.07mm diameter.
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Collector Research Notes

Features a portrait of the young Queen Elizabeth II as she appeared at the time of her coronation, commemorating her early reign as the new queen.

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