.800 pure
0.3749 oz
8,348,871 minted
50 cents 1963
1963
A 1963 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: 8,348,871. Contains approximately 0.300 oz of silver (melt value applies). Known varieties: 1 documented.
Metal
Silver (.800 pure)
Weight
0.3749 oz (11.66 g)
Mintage
8,348,871
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 | $24 | $72 | $485 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "1963 CANADA 50 CENTS". 29.72 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 80% silver, 20% copper.