CDN Silver 25-Cent Coins

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number	262
Category	Coins & Currency
Auction	Vintage Variety Auction + Coins
Date	August 19, 2026 at 8:05 PM EDT
Auction house	Amber Door Estate Sales Inc.
Location	Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

A collection of Canadian silver quarters issued by the Royal Canadian Mint. The group comprises specimens dated 1956, 1957, and 1964. Struck in an 80% silver alloy, the obverse of each coin features the laureate portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, surrounded by the legend ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA. The reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn, features the head of a caribou in profile with large antlers, accompanied by the inscriptions CANADA, the denomination 25 cents, and the respective mint year. The coins are finished with reeded edges. Condition: The coins are in circulated condition, showing surface wear, minor contact marks, and light scratches consistent with their age. There is noticeable toning and tarnish across the surfaces, particularly on the 1956 and 1964 examples. No signs of cleaning or major damage are apparent.

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