.925 pure
0.3736 oz
140,000 minted
50 cents 1903
1903
A 1903 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: 140,000. Contains approximately 0.346 oz of silver (melt value applies).
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.3736 oz (11.62 g)
Mintage
140,000
Diameter
29.72 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Edwardian Era (1902-1910)
Obverse
George William de Saulles
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Low Mintage
Est. Value
$230
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 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $27 | $28 | $54 | $113 | $230 | $564 | $1,050 | $2,270 | $3,080 | $6,000 | $9,100 | $15,900 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "50 CENTS CANADA 1903". 29.72 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).