.9999 pure
0.2604 oz
3,436,650 minted
50 cents 1974
1974
A 1974 Canadian 50 cents struck in Nickel. Reverse designed by Thomas Shingles. Reverse: Coat of Arms of Canada with supporters. Mintage: 3,436,650. Known varieties: 5 documented.
Metal
Nickel (.9999 pure)
Weight
0.2604 oz (8.10 g)
Mintage
3,436,650
Diameter
27.13 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Elizabeth II Modern (1968-2022)
Obverse
Arnold Machin
Reverse
Thomas Shingles
Rarity
Scarce
Est. Value
$0.5
Status
Available
Collector Value by Grade
1974
| F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 | MS-66 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.50 | $0.50 | $0.50 | $0.60 | $1 | $1 | $2 | $10 | $34 | $98 |
1974 - Missing S
| VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15 | $22 | $29 | $69 | $74 | $158 | $227 | $881 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "1974 CANADA 50 CENTS". 27.13 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Magnetic. Nickel.