1957 – 25 Cents Quarter Canada

The 1957 Canadian 25 cents quarter, also known as the 25-cent piece, is a small, circular coin made of 80% silver and 20% copper, with a diameter of 23.88 mm and a weight of 5.83 grams. The obverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, as part of the coinage series starting from her ascension in 1953. The reverse showcases a caribou head with prominent antlers, a design created by Canadian artist Emanuel Hahn in 1937, symbolizing Canada’s wildlife heritage. The denomination “25 cents” is placed between the antlers, with the inscription “CANADA” on the left side. This coin is part of a long-standing circulation series minted by the Royal Canadian Mint in Winnipeg and retains a silver color due to its composition.