1966 Canadian 25-Cent Silver Quarter

This is a 1966 Canadian 25-cent coin, commonly referred to as a quarter. It features the iconic caribou design on the reverse side, created by Emanuel Hahn, which has been a staple of Canadian currency since 1937. The coin is composed of 80% silver and 20% copper, a composition used by the Royal Canadian Mint until mid-1967. It measures approximately 23.88 mm in diameter with a weight of 5.83 grams and features a reeded edge. The reverse shows a caribou head in profile with large antlers, flanked by the year '1966' and the denomination '25 Cents', with 'CANADA' inscribed along the left rim. In terms of condition, the coin displays moderate circulation wear, evident in the smoothing of the caribou's fur texture and the tips of the antlers. There appears to be a light patina and some surface scratches consistent with use in commerce. There are no immediate signs of significant damage like deep gouges or cleaning, though fingerprints and natural oxidation are visible on the metallic surface. The strike remains relatively sharp for a circulated piece, particularly the lettering and the primary silhouette of the caribou.

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