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1985 Issue
1985
Nickel
0.163 oz
.9999 pure
0.163 oz
157,037 minted
25 cents CAD
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25 cents 1985 - Proof

1985

A 1985.9999 nickel 25 cents weighing 0.163 oz (5.07g), 23.88 mm diameter. Reverse: Caribou head facing left; 25 CENTS below, CANADA above. Mintage: 157,037. Proof finish.

Metal Nickel (.9999 pure)
Weight 0.163 oz (5.07 g)
Mintage 157,037
Denomination 25 cents
Diameter 23.88 mm
Edge Reeded
Finish Proof
Series Proof Set
Obverse Arnold Machin
Reverse Emanuel Otto Hahn
Est. Value $2-$5 CAD
Status Available
Identification Tips
23.88 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Nickel.
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Collector Research Notes

Caribou head facing left; 25 CENTS below, CANADA above

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