.800 pure
0.3749 oz
3,584,417 minted
50 cents 1961
1961
A 1961 Canadian 50 cents struck in 80% silver, 20% copper. Reverse designed by Thomas Shingles. Reverse: Complete Coat of Arms of Canada with supporters (Thomas Shingles design). Mintage: 3,584,417. Contains approximately 0.300 oz of silver (melt value applies).
Metal
Silver (.800 pure)
Weight
0.3749 oz (11.66 g)
Mintage
3,584,417
Diameter
29.72 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Elizabeth II Silver Era (1953-1967)
Obverse
Mary Gillick
Reverse
Thomas Shingles
Rarity
Scarce
Est. Value
$24.10
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$30.61 CAD
$22.26 USD
Spot Silver
$102.07/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
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 | MS-66 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $24 | $24 | $24 | $24 | $24 | $24 | $24 | $24 | $24 | $24 | $25 | $83 | $423 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "1961 CANADA 50 CENTS". 29.72 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 80% silver, 20% copper.