The 1957 Canadian 50 Cents features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and Canada's iconic coat of arms on the reverse. Designed by Mary Gillick and George Kruger Gray, respectively, this classic half-dollar represents Canada's mid-20th-century silver coinage.
Struck in 80% silver and 20% copper, this coin contains approximately 0.3000 troy ounces of pure silver. Its traditional design and precious metal content make it an appealing addition to collections of Canadian coins, Commonwealth coinage, and world silver.
Specifications:
Country: Canada
Year: 1957
Denomination: 50 Cents
Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II
Composition: 80% Silver, 20% Copper
Weight: 11.66 grams
Actual Silver Weight: Approximately 0.3000 troy oz
Diameter: 29.72 mm
Edge: Reeded
A classic Canadian silver half-dollar combining historical significance, an attractive traditional design, and intrinsic silver value.