Pre Decimal Canadian Coin Appraisal

1969 Canadian One-Cent Coin (Penny)

The item is a Canadian one-cent coin, commonly known as a penny, from the year 1969. The coin appears to be made of bronze or copper, giving it a reddish-brown color, characteristic of Canadian pennies from that era. Its circular shape is standard for coinage. The obverse side (not visible in the image but typically featuring the monarch's effigy) is not shown. The reverse side, which is visible, prominently displays a single maple leaf, a national symbol of Canada, centrally located on the coin. Above the maple leaf, the denomination "CENT" is clearly inscribed. Below the maple leaf, the year "1969" is visible, with the country name "CANADA" curved along the bottom edge of the coin. The details of the maple leaf and the lettering appear relatively crisp, suggesting good strike quality. The coin exhibits a visible patina consistent with its age and material, with some darker areas indicating oxidation. There are no obvious signs of severe damage such as deep scratches, significant dents, or corrosion, although the resolution of the image makes it difficult to ascertain minute surface imperfections. The rim appears intact. This coin would have been part of the regular circulation coinage of Canada during the late 1960s. Its overall condition seems to be in the circulated range, likely Fine to Very Fine, retaining most of its original design elements without excessive wear.