One circulated 1964 caribou quarter with heavy mottled gold and grey toning on both sides. Not graded. You receive the exact coin shown.
A 1964 Canadian quarter with Emanuel Hahn's caribou, wearing heavy gold and grey toning from years of storage. This is the last year of Mary Gillick's young portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the quarter.
Collector Specifications
Country: Canada
Year: 1964
Denomination: 25¢
Composition: 80% silver, 20% copper
Weight: 5.83 g (4.66 g silver)
Diameter: 23.62 mm
Finish: Circulated
Edge: Reeded
Certificate: Not included
Packaging: Loose (no packaging)
Condition: Circulated with heavy mottled gold and grey toning on both sides; not graded
Mintage: 36,479,343
Designer: Emanuel Hahn (caribou reverse); Mary Gillick (obverse)
Historical Significance
The caribou reverse first appeared on Canada's quarter in 1937 and is still used today. Until 1967 the quarter was struck in 80% silver; 36,479,343 were made in 1964, the final year of the Gillick portrait.
Why We Love This One
Toning like this gives every coin its own look. A classic silver caribou with a lot of character.
Please note: this item is sold as is, including its packaging. The photos show the exact piece you will receive.
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