.925 pure
0.3736 oz
100,000 minted
50 cents 1898
1898
A 1898 Canadian 50 cents struck in 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver). Reverse designed by Leonard Charles Wyon. Reverse: 50 CENTS and date within crossed maple boughs, crown above. Mintage: 100,000. Contains approximately 0.346 oz of silver (melt value applies).
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.3736 oz (11.62 g)
Mintage
100,000
Diameter
29.72 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Victorian Era (1867-1901)
Obverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Low Mintage
Est. Value
$519
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$35.27 CAD
$25.65 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $32 | $69 | $139 | $256 | $519 | $1,100 | $2,540 | $10,500 | $16,800 | $17,900 | $33,200 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "50 CENTS 1898". 29.72 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).