1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent Value
The 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent is a business-strike issue from Canada, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint. Mintage was 298,228,936, in line with typical production for the series. Current catalog values range from $0.50 in lower grades to $16 in top condition; composed of copper plated zinc (2.25 g).
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The 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent coin, has a total mintage of 298,228,936, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint, and engraved by Dora de Pédery-Hunt. Made of copper plated zinc, weighing 2.25 grams, with a diameter of 19.05 mm, and a thickness of 1.45 mm, and featuring a plain edge.
The obverse is head of queen elizabeth ii, as at 64 years of age, wearing the royal diadem, necklace, and earrings, facing right. It reads "ELIZABETH II D•G•REGINA". The reverse is a maple twig with the value above, the date to the left, and the country name below. It reads "1CENT 1999 K·G CANADA".
Price by Grade
Unlock with Premium| Grade | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| 63 | $0.50 |
| 65 | $16.00 |
What's it worth melted? See today's Canadian Copper Penny (Pre-1997) melt value →
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Copper plated zinc
- Weight
- 2.25 g
- Diameter
- 19.05 mm
- Thickness
- 1.45 mm
- Edge
- Plain
- Designer
- Dora de Pédery-Hunt
- Currency
- Canadian dollar (1858-date)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the mintage of the 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent?
- The 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent has a total mintage of 298,228,936.
- What is the 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent made of?
- The 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent is made of copper plated zinc, weighs 2.25 grams, and measures 19.05 mm in diameter.
- Where was the 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent minted?
- The 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent was struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint.
- How many people collect the 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent?
- 410 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent in their collection.
- How much is a 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent worth?
- A 1971 Queen Elizabeth II Cent is valued between $0.50 and $16, depending on grade and condition.