.9999 pure
0.2604 oz
3,341,892 minted
50 cents 1978
1978
A 1978 Canadian 50 cents struck in Nickel. Reverse designed by Thomas Shingles. Reverse: Coat of Arms of Canada with supporters. Mintage: 3,341,892.
Metal
Nickel (.9999 pure)
Weight
0.2604 oz (8.10 g)
Mintage
3,341,892
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
1978 - Round Jewels
| EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 | MS-66 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.50 | $0.70 | $6 | $7 | $10 | $18 | $45 | $132 |
1978 - Square Jewels
| EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 | MS-66 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.50 | $0.60 | $1 | $2 | $3 | $11 | $37 | $111 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "1978 CANADA 50 CENTS". 27.13 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Magnetic. Nickel.