1874-H Canada 25 Cents Good
Semi-Numismatic
1874-H Canada 25 Cents Good
This 1874-H silver quarter represents a fascinating moment in early Canadian decimal coinage. Minted during the reign of Queen Victoria, this twenty-five cent piece was struck in 92.5 percent pure silver, containing 0.1728 troy ounces of precious metal. The coin bears the distinctive 'H' mint mark, indicating it was produced at the Ralph Heaton and Sons Mint in Birmingham, England, which assisted with Canadian coinage production during this era. The obverse features the portrait of Queen Victoria, surrounded by her Latin royal title. On the reverse, the denomination of 25 cents and the year 1874 are displayed, framed by a delicate wreath design. Classified under catalog number KM #5, this coin survives in Good condition, showing honest wear from its time in circulation over a century ago.
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Specifications
| Country | Canada |
|---|---|
| Year | 1874 |
| Mint mark | H - Heaton |
| Grade | Good |
| Legal-tender face value | 25 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.1728 troy oz |
| Purity | .925 |
| Diameter | 23.88 mm |
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