1992 – 25 Cents Quarter Canada – Prince Edward Island Commemorative Coin

The 1992 Canadian 25-cent coin commemorating Prince Edward Island was issued as part of the Royal Canadian Mint’s series celebrating the 125th anniversary of Canada’s Confederation. The coin features a detailed design of Cousins Shore on Prince Edward Island, showcasing its iconic white sandy beaches, sandstone cliffs, and small coves, highlighting the province’s natural beauty and its association with the novel “Anne of Green Gables.” The obverse depicts Queen Elizabeth II at age 64, wearing a new crown, with the inscription “ELIZABETH II D. G. REGINA,” designed by Canadian artist Dora de Pédery-Hunt. The coin is made of 99.9% nickel, weighs 5.05 grams, has a diameter of 23.88 mm, and had a mintage of approximately 13 million pieces in brilliant uncirculated condition.