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50 cents 1871
1871
The 50 cents 1871 is a 1871 silver coin from the Royal Canadian Mint, weighing 0.3736 troy ounces (11.62 g) at .925 purity. It is part of the Victorian Era (1867-1901) series. It was produced with a mintage of 200,000. Based on current silver spot prices, its precious metal content is worth approximately $34.60 CAD.
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.3736 oz (11.62 g)
Mintage
200,000
Diameter
29.72 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Victorian Era (1867-1901)
Obverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Ultra-Rare
Est. Value
$439
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$34.60 CAD
$25.29 USD
Spot Silver
$100.12/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint Price
N/A
As issued
Premium
Over melt
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Collector Value by Grade
1871
| AG-3 | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $32 | $64 | $129 | $243 | $439 | $856 | $1,890 | $6,600 | $9,400 | $15,000 | $15,500 |
1871 - Double die - Dei Gratia
| G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $74 | $147 | $274 | $588 | $1,370 |
1871 - H
| AG-3 | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $45 | $97 | $214 | $383 | $685 | $1,520 | $3,010 | $9,500 | $13,200 | $27,900 |
1871 - Repunched C in Victoria
| AU-50 |
|---|
| $1,890 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "50 CENTS 1871". 29.72 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).