1986 – 25 Cents Quarter Canada

The 1986 Canadian 25 cent coin, commonly called the quarter, features a nickel composition with a weight of 5.07 grams and a diameter of 23.88 mm, and has a reeded edge with medal alignment. The obverse displays a bust of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a tiara, designed by Arnold Machin, with the inscription “ELIZABETH II D – G – REGINA.” The reverse shows the iconic caribou head, designed by Emanuel Hahn, with the inscriptions “CANADA 25 CENTS 1986.” The coin is magnetic, struck by the Royal Canadian Mint, and was produced primarily for circulation with a mintage of about 132 million pieces. It is a business strike coin showing signs of circulation and wear in typical use, though uncirculated and proof versions exist for collectors.