Queen Elizabeth II Gillick Portrait (1953-1964)

5 cents, 1959

The inaugural circulating decimal coinage of Canada bearing the youthful first portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Mary Gillick. This classic numismatic era is defined by high-grade silver fractional denominations, heavy bronze cents, and traditional pre-reform heraldic reverse designs.

See also

Currency: Batch currencies: Canadian Dollar
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