KM #75.3

50 cents (Elizabeth II) 1979

Photo of 50 cents (Elizabeth II) coin from Canada

Coin properties

Value (VF–UNC): UNC C$2.50*
Rarity: RR
KM #: 75.3
Year: 1979
Composition: Nickel
Weight: 8,10 g
Diameter: 27,13 mm
Shape: Round
Edge: Ribbed
Mint: Ottawa

How Much Is This Coin Worth? View the Coin Grade Table

Coin values change with condition, mintage, finish and current collector demand. The grade table below shows reference figures for this Canadian coin from circulated grades up to uncirculated. Treat these numbers as a guide for identification and comparison — the real selling price depends on grading, finish (circulation, specimen, proof) and recent comparable sales.

How coin grades work: VF, XF and UNC explained

Coin variants by year and grade
Year	Coins	Mint	UNC	XF	VF	F	VG	G	PR
1979	3.425.000	Ottawa	C$2.50	–	–	–	–	–	–

50 cents (Elizabeth II) 1979: this date at a glance

Mint: Ottawa
Mintage: 3.425.000; 12th lowest of 12 mintages on record
Dates in this type: 12; 1978 – 1989
Value UNC: C$2.50

50 cents (Elizabeth II) dated 1979 is one of the 12 catalogued dates of KM#75.3. This issue was struck at Ottawa. Its reported mintage of 3.425.000 is the 12th lowest of the type.

Catalogue note: Elizabeth II

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