.925 pure
0.1874 oz
1,462,566 minted
25 cents 1916
1916
A 1916 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: 1,462,566. Contains approximately 0.173 oz of silver (melt value applies).
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.1874 oz (5.83 g)
Mintage
1,462,566
Diameter
23.62 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
George V Era (1911-1936)
Obverse
Sir E. Bertram Mackennal
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Scarce
Est. Value
$28
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$17.69 CAD
$12.87 USD
Spot Silver
$102.07/oz
CAD per troy oz
Issued by Ottawa Branch, Royal Mint. Pricing reflects secondary market and melt value only.
Collector Value by Grade
| VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $18 | $18 | $28 | $67 | $138 | $270 | $480 | $886 | $1,490 | $3,510 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "25 CENTS CANADA 1916". 23.62 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).