1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents Value
The 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents is a notable die variety from Canada, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint. This is the first year of issue for the Queen Victoria 25 Cents series. Mintage of 900,000 is on the higher end for the Queen Victoria 25 Cents series — readily available in most grades. Current catalog values range from $30 in lower grades to $2,300 in top condition; composed of silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper) (5.81 g).
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The 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents coin, has a total mintage of 900,000, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint, and engraved by Leonard Charles Wyon. Made of silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper), weighing 5.81 grams, with a diameter of 23.88 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 "25 CENTS 1880 H".
Price by Grade
Unlock all 6 grades| Grade | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| 8 | $30.00 |
| 12 | $45.00 |
| 20 | $80.00 |
| 40 | $210.00 |
| 60 | $900.00 |
| 63 | $2,300.00 |
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper)
- Weight
- 5.81 g
- Diameter
- 23.88 mm
- Edge
- Reeded
- Designer
- Leonard Charles Wyon
- Currency
- Canadian dollar (1858-date)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the mintage of the 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents?
- The 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents has a total mintage of 900,000.
- What is the 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents made of?
- The 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents is made of silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper), weighs 5.81 grams, and measures 23.88 mm in diameter.
- Where was the 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents minted?
- The 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents was struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint.
- How much is a 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents worth?
- A 1870 Narrow O Queen Victoria 25 Cents is valued between $30 and $2300, depending on grade and condition.