.925 pure
0.3749 oz
752,213 minted
50 cents 1917
1917
A 1917 Canadian 50 cents struck in 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver). Reverse designed by Leonard Charles Wyon. Reverse: 50 CENTS and date within crossed maple boughs, crown above. Mintage: 752,213. Contains approximately 0.347 oz of silver (melt value applies).
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.3749 oz (11.66 g)
Mintage
752,213
Denomination
50 cents
Diameter
29.72 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
George V Era (1911-1936)
Obverse
Sir E. Bertram Mackennal
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Low Mintage
Est. Value
$74.80
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$31.07 CAD
$22.47 USD
Spot Silver
$89.60/oz
CAD per troy oz
Issued by Ottawa Branch, Royal Mint. Pricing reflects secondary market and melt value only.
Collector Value by Grade
| G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 | MS-66 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $27 | $27 | $30 | $75 | $166 | $286 | $621 | $868 | $1,390 | $2,210 | $4,900 | $6,800 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "50 CENTS CANADA 1917". 29.72 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).
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