.925 pure
0.1495 oz
20 cents 1871 - Not intended for circulation
1871
A 1871.925 silver 20 cents weighing 0.1495 oz (4.65g), 23.27 mm diameter. Reverse: 20 CENTS and date within maple wreath, crown above.
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.1495 oz (4.65 g)
Denomination
20 cents
Diameter
23.27 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Victorian Era (1867-1901)
Obverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Low Mintage
Est. Value
$500-$2000+ CAD depending on condition
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$12.39 CAD
$8.96 USD
Spot Silver
$89.60/oz
CAD per troy oz
Issued by Dominion of Canada. Pricing reflects secondary market and melt value only.
Collector Value by Grade
1871 - DC-50
| SP-63 | SP-64 | SP-65 |
|---|---|---|
| $20,000 | $21,200 | $25,300 |
1871 - DC-51
| SP-63 | SP-64 | SP-65 |
|---|---|---|
| $12,600 | $25,000 | $30,000 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
23.27 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% Ag.
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