One circulated 1918 quarter with even wear, grey toning and scattered marks. Not graded. You receive the exact coin shown.
A 1918 Canadian quarter struck in sterling silver near the end of the First World War, with George V's crowned bust on one side and the crowned maple wreath on the other.
Collector Specifications
Country: Canada
Year: 1918
Denomination: 25¢
Composition: 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper
Weight: 5.83 g (5.39 g silver)
Diameter: 23.62 mm
Finish: Circulated
Edge: Reeded
Certificate: Not included
Packaging: Loose (no packaging)
Condition: Circulated with even wear, grey toning and scattered marks; not graded
Mintage: 4,175,649
Designer: Sir E. B. MacKennal (obverse); W. H. J. Blakemore (reverse)
Historical Significance
From 1912 to 1919 Canada's George V quarters were struck in 92.5% sterling silver at the Ottawa Mint; from 1920 the silver content was lowered to 80%. The 1918 quarter had a mintage of 4,175,649.
Why We Love This One
A wartime sterling quarter that has clearly done its job in circulation. Real history you can hold for not much more than its silver.
Please note: this item is sold as is, including its packaging. The photos show the exact piece you will receive.
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