The 1963 Canadian 25-cent quarter is a silver coin composed of 80% silver and 20% copper, weighing approximately 5.83 grams with a diameter of 23.88 mm. Its obverse features a youthful bust of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a laurel wreath, designed by Mary Gillick, accompanied by the inscription “ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA.” The reverse side showcases a caribou head, designed by Emanuel Hahn, with the words “CANADA 25 CENTS 1963.” This coin was minted in a circulation of over 21 million pieces by the Royal Canadian Mint and has a reeded edge and medal alignment. Though a circulation coin, its significant silver content gives it a melt value well above its face value, making it valuable to collectors and silver investors alike.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The 1963 Canadian 25 cents quarter is a silver coin made of 80% silver and 20% copper, featuring on the obverse a young Queen Elizabeth II wearing a laurel wreath designed by Mary Gillick, and on the reverse, a caribou head designed by Emanuel Hahn, with a diameter of 23.88 mm and a reeded edge. 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