1976 – 10 Cents Dime Canada

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The 1976 Canadian 10 cents coin is a nickel, magnetic dime featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the front and the Bluenose schooner on the back, minted in large quantities for circulation.

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The 1976 Canadian 10 cents coin features a nickel composition with a magnetic property, weighing 2.07 grams and measuring 18.03 mm in diameter with a reeded edge. Its obverse displays a right-facing bust of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a tiara, designed by Arnold Machin, with the inscription “ELIZABETH II D – G – REGINA.” The reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn, depicts the iconic Bluenose schooner sailing with tall sails, symbolizing the significance of Canada’s maritime fishing industry. The coin was minted by the Royal Canadian Mint with a circulation mintage of 94,724,000 coins, and it is finished with a circulation strike, showing signs of wear when used in everyday transactions.

Weight (g)

2.07

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Mintage

94724000

Diameter (mm)

18.034

Composition

99.9% Nickel

Circulation

Circulated

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