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1870 Obverse 2 Specimen Queen Victoria 50 Cents

The 1870 Obverse 2 Specimen Queen Victoria 50 Cents is a specimen strike from Canada, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint. This is the first year of issue for the Queen Victoria 50 Cents series. composed of silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper) (11.62 g).

1870 Obverse 2 Specimen Queen Victoria 50 Cents

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The 1870 Obverse 2 Specimen Queen Victoria 50 Cents coin, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint, and engraved by Leonard Charles Wyon. Made of silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper), weighing 11.62 grams, with a diameter of 29.72 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.

The obverse is head of queen victoria wearing a tiara, facing left. It reads "VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA. CANADA". The reverse is the face value is surrounded with two maple boughs and a crown. It reads "50 CENTS 1871 H".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper)
Weight
11.62 g
Diameter
29.72 mm
Edge
Reeded
Designer
Leonard Charles Wyon
Currency
Canadian dollar (1858-date)

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Other 1870 Queen Victoria 50 Cents variants
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  • 1870 Obverse 2
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  • 1870 Obverse 2, Plain Edge Specimen
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1870 Obverse 2 Specimen Queen Victoria 50 Cents made of?
The 1870 Obverse 2 Specimen Queen Victoria 50 Cents is made of silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper), weighs 11.62 grams, and measures 29.72 mm in diameter.
Where was the 1870 Obverse 2 Specimen Queen Victoria 50 Cents minted?
The 1870 Obverse 2 Specimen Queen Victoria 50 Cents was struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint.
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