1859 canada Bronze CENT

1859 Canada Large Cent – Province of Canada

The 1859 Canada One Cent is an important early issue of Canadian decimal coinage, struck during the final years of the Province of Canada before Confederation in 1867. This historic coin represents the introduction of Canada's first decimal cent system and is a popular collectible among Canadian and world coin enthusiasts.

The obverse features a portrait of Queen Victoria, designed by Leonard Charles Wyon, surrounded by the inscription “VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA.” The reverse displays a wreath surrounding the denomination “ONE CENT,” with the date 1859 below and the inscription “CANADA” above.

The 1859 issue is particularly interesting because it was the first year of Canada's large cent series. Numerous varieties exist, including differences in the shape of the numerals and lettering, making this an especially appealing date for variety collectors.

Specifications:

• Country: Canada (Province of Canada)

• Year: 1859

• Denomination: 1 Cent

• Composition: 95% Copper, 4% Tin, 1% Zinc

• Weight: 4.54 grams

• Diameter: 25.4 mm

• Designer: Leonard Charles Wyon

• Catalog: KM#1

An important early Canadian copper coin that offers collectors a connection to Canada's pre-Confederation history and the beginning of its decimal coinage system.