.925 pure
0.1868 oz
66,340 minted
25 cents 1889
1889
A 1889 Canadian 25 cents struck in 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver). Reverse designed by Leonard Charles Wyon. Reverse: 25 CENTS and date within crossed maple boughs, crown above. Mintage: 66,340. Contains approximately 0.173 oz of silver (melt value applies).
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.1868 oz (5.81 g)
Mintage
66,340
Diameter
23.62 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Victorian Era (1867-1901)
Obverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Low Mintage
Est. Value
$994
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$17.64 CAD
$12.83 USD
Spot Silver
$102.07/oz
CAD per troy oz
Issued by Dominion of Canada. Pricing reflects secondary market and melt value only.
Collector Value by Grade
| AG-3 | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $71 | $133 | $324 | $554 | $994 | $1,890 | $3,120 | $7,700 | $10,500 | $15,000 | $25,100 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "25 CENTS 1889". 23.62 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).