1975 Canadian 1-Cent (Penny) Value Guide
Find out what your 1975 Canadian penny is worth. Complete price guide by grade, finish (Business Strike, Proof-Like, Specimen), and color designation (Red, Red-Brown, Brown) with current CAD market values as of February 2026.
Most 1975 Canadian pennies found in change are worth $0.01 (face value). The bronze metal content adds roughly $0.03–$0.04 CAD in intrinsic value, though legally it cannot be melted in Canada. In top certified grades, values climb sharply — reaching $200+ for Specimen coins and far higher for extreme condition rarities.
- Circulated (G4–AU50): Face value — $0.01
- Uncirculated MS63 Red (Business Strike):$0.65–$1.00
- Uncirculated MS65 Red (Business Strike):$18.00–$22.00
- Uncirculated MS66 Red (Business Strike):$55.00–$65.00
- Proof-Like PL67:$25.00–$40.00
- Specimen SP67:$200.00+
Found in change or a jar? Worth face value — circulated brown examples carry no numismatic premium beyond their copper content. Shiny or mirror-like? You almost certainly have a Proof-Like (PL) coin from a Royal Canadian Mint collector set, not a rare high-grade Business Strike — see the PL value table below. Is it silver? No — the 1975 penny is bronze (98% copper, 0.5% tin, 1.5% zinc); it is non-magnetic and contains no silver whatsoever. All values in CAD as of February 2026. Color preservation (Red vs. Brown) is the critical value driver for uncirculated coins. See full value chart →
The 1975 Canadian 1 cent belongs to the mature Machin Era (1965–1989) of Elizabeth II coinage, defined by Arnold Machin's Tiara portrait on the obverse and G.E. Kruger-Gray's enduring two-maple-leaf twig reverse. Struck during a high-inflation economic period, the Royal Canadian Mint produced the 1975 penny in three distinct finishes: Business Strike (circulation), Proof-Like (PL), and Specimen (SP) — each targeted at a different audience and valued on a completely different scale today. For a comprehensive look at all Canadian pennies across every year, see our Canadian Penny Value Guide.
Note: Mint errors such as off-center strikes, clips, and brockages are known to exist for 1975 but are outside the scope of this standard value guide, which covers only typical non-error specimens.
1975 Canadian Penny Composition & Melt Value
Color is the single most important value driver for uncirculated 1975 pennies. Full Red (RD, left) commands the highest premiums. Red-Brown (RB, center) trades at a meaningful discount. Brown (BN, right) carries no numismatic premium over face value. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coin)
Alloy Breakdown
The 1975 penny is struck in bronze — a three-metal alloy comprising 98.0% copper, 0.5% tin, and 1.5% zinc. This composition was standard for Canadian cents from 1920 through 1979. The coin weighs 3.24 grams and has a dense, substantial feel compared to the lighter copper-plated zinc or plated-steel issues that followed in subsequent decades. The tin and zinc additions harden the otherwise soft copper, improving die longevity and the precision of the high-relief Machin portrait's fine hair detail and the delicate veins of the maple leaves on the reverse.
Color Aging and the RD / RB / BN Scale
Because the coin is 98% copper, its surface is highly reactive to atmospheric sulfur and oxygen. Fresh from the dies, the bronze surface glows with a fiery orange-gold lustre designated Red (RD). As the copper oxidizes over time, it mellows through a violet intermediate stage to Red-Brown (RB), and eventually settles into a deep, uniform chocolate Brown (BN). Grading services (ICCS, PCGS, NGC) require a minimum of 95% original salmon-red surface color to award the RD designation. Coins that fall below this threshold receive RB, and fully toned examples receive BN. For grades of MS63 and higher, nearly all market value assumes Full Red; a Brown coin in MS65 may trade at 50–80% less than its Red counterpart at the same technical grade.
Melt Value and Legal Context
With copper a key industrial metal, the intrinsic value of a 1975 bronze cent typically fluctuates between approximately $0.03–$0.04 CAD per coin — well above its $0.01 face value. However, under the Currency Act of Canada, it is illegal to melt Canadian legal tender coinage for its raw metal content within Canada. The melt value therefore functions as a theoretical price floor that explains why even worn brown examples are never completely worthless, but this value cannot be legally realized through scrapping. As an authentication check, the 1975 bronze penny is non-magnetic — it will not adhere to a magnet. If a specimen does stick, it is not a genuine 1975 Canadian bronze cent.
1975 Canadian Penny Value Chart by Grade & Finish
Values below are typical dealer and market prices in CAD for problem-free coins as of February 2026. For grades MS63 and above, prices assumeFull Red (RD) color unless otherwise stated. Brown (BN) or Red-Brown (RB) uncirculated coins trade at substantial discounts — typically 50–80% below RD prices at the same MS grade. Trophy-level realizations (MS67+ and MS68) appear in the Notable Variants section.
1975 Canadian Penny — Business Strike (Circulation)
Business Strikes were produced at high speed on standard production presses and distributed via bank rolls and bags. Bag marks, small nicks, and carbon spots are expected features of coins from this finish. The critical grading challenge for the 1975 issue is finding a coin that maintained its Full Red color and avoided bag contact severe enough to drag it below MS65. The 1975 penny is notably susceptible to developing black carbon spots (sometimes called "flyspecks") — even a single prominent spot on the Queen's cheek in an otherwise MS65 coin will prevent it from reaching Gem status.
| Type | G4–AU50 (Circulated) | MS60–62 (Brown/RB) | MS63 (Red) | MS64 (Red) | MS65 (Red) | MS66 (Red) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 Standard | $0.01 | $0.05–$0.25 | $0.65–$1.00 | $4.00–$8.00 | $18.00–$22.00 | $55.00–$65.00 | MS66 is a true condition rarity. Prices at MS63–MS64 assume Red; BN/RB coins in these grades trade near face value. MS67+ values are listed in the Trophy Variants section. |
The "value cliff" illustrated: a circulated 1975 penny is worth face value; MS63 Red is approximately $0.65–$1.00; MS65 Red jumps to approximately $18–$22. Accurate assessment of MS64 and above requires magnification and professional grading. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coin)
⚠️ The Red Premium — Most Critical Factor
Color preservation is the single most important determinant of value for uncirculated 1975 pennies. The coin's 98% copper surface is highly reactive — and decades of storage in anything less than airtight conditions will shift the designation from Red to Brown. Never clean, dip, or attempt to chemically restore a 1975 penny: artificially re-colored coins produce a flat, dull orange appearance (lacking genuine cartwheel lustre) and will receive a "Details — Altered" designation from ICCS, PCGS, or NGC, eliminating all numismatic premium.
ℹ️ PL Set Contamination — Is Your "Shiny" Coin a Business Strike?
With approximately 197,372 Attached Jewel PL sets produced and an unknown additional number of Detached Jewel PL sets, many have since been broken open and their individual coins sold loose. A bright, mirror-fielded 1975 penny encountered outside its original packaging is almost certainly a Proof-Like coin — not a rare high-grade Business Strike. Dealers often discount raw "Uncirculated" 1975 pennies precisely because they assume PL origin. If the fields reflect clearly like a mirror and contrast with a frosted portrait, value it as PL, not MS.
1975 Canadian Penny — Proof-Like (PL)
Proof-Like coins were struck with greater care on production presses using polished dies and housed in transparent pliofilm packaging as part of annual RCM collector sets. The defining visual characteristic is mirror-bright fields contrasting with frosted devices (the Queen's portrait and maple leaves). These are a distinct finish from high-grade Business Strikes — identifying the difference is essential before assigning value. Values below assume a haze-free, problem-free coin.
| Finish | PL63 | PL65 | PL66 | PL67 | Cameo Premium | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proof-Like (PL) | $0.50 | $1.00–$5.00 | $10.00–$15.00 | $25.00–$40.00 | Heavy Cameo (HC / DCAM) examples command premiums of 20–50% above standard PL at equivalent grades. | From pliofilm-sealed RCM Attached Jewel and Detached Jewel collector sets. Original packaging contains PVC — inspect carefully for green haze before purchasing. |
⚠️ PVC Damage Risk — PL Coins in Original Packaging
The original 1975 Royal Canadian Mint pliofilm packaging contains PVC (polyvinyl chloride). Over decades, the plasticizers in the film break down, releasing an acidic green oil that forms a sticky film on the copper surface. Signs include green haze, green spots, or a waxy residue. If caught early, a professional numismatic conservator can remove PVC contamination with pure acetone — never nail polish remover or household cleaners, which contain additional solvents that damage copper. Left untreated, PVC acid will permanently pit the surface, stripping all grade potential and reducing the coin to face or melt value.
1975 Canadian Penny — Specimen (SP)
Specimen coins represent the finest quality strikes of the year. Produced by double-striking on specially prepared presses, they exhibit razor-sharp squared rims, the crispest device detail of any 1975 finish, and a distinctive semi-matte or lined field texture that diffuses light rather than mirroring it. The 1975 Specimen penny was housed exclusively in the black leatherette "Double Penny Prestige" set — so named because it uniquely contained two 1-cent coins. Only approximately 36,581 of these Prestige sets were produced, a figure significantly lower than the Attached Jewel PL set mintage of approximately 197,372. An SP67 designation represents registry-quality perfection and is a genuinely rare coin.
| Finish | SP63 | SP65 | SP66 | SP67 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen (SP) | $2.00 | $9.80–$12.00 | $19.60–$25.00 | $200.00+ | SP67 is the practical registry ceiling — very few specimens achieve this level. Heavy Cameo contrast adds a further premium. Source exclusively from the black leatherette Double Penny Prestige sets. |
⚠️ Never Clean Your Coins
Cleaning a 1975 penny by any method — metal polish, baking soda, a toothbrush, or abrasive cloth — strips the original surface lustre and leaves microscopic hairlines that are immediately visible under a loupe. Cleaned coins receive a "Details — Cleaned" designation from grading services and lose all numismatic premium regardless of the underlying sharpness or color. A dull or brown coin left untouched is always worth more to a numismatist than a polished one.
All values in CAD represent typical market prices as of February 2026. For the full denomination guide spanning all years, see our Canadian Penny Value Guide. Pricing references include the Coins and Canada 1¢ (1965–2012) price guide and the NGC Canada Cent KM 59.1 price guide.
Most Valuable 1975 Canadian Penny Varieties
Unlike some years in the Machin era — such as 1965 (Large Beads vs. Small Beads) or 1985 (Pointed vs. Blunt 5) — the 1975 penny does not carry widely recognized die varieties catalogued for the cent denomination itself. Value stratification for the 1975 penny is instead driven by two factors: condition rarity (grade and color preservation) and set provenance (which specific RCM set the coin originated from). The following represent the apex of the market and the key set-context varieties collectors and buyers should understand.
A — Trophy-Level Condition Rarities
The following realized prices apply exclusively to coins certified by PCGS, NGC, or ICCS. They are not reflective of raw coins found in circulation, bank rolls, or broken collector sets, and should not be used to value uncertified examples.
| What | Why It Commands a Premium | Certification Required | Verified Auction Result | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 MS68 Red | Population rarity — the 98% copper surface must be flawless, 100% red, and free of even microscopic contact marks. Achieving MS68 on soft bronze struck in high-volume production is statistically near-impossible. Fewer than ten examples are reported at this grade. | PCGS / NGC MS68 RD | ~$12,500 CAD (~$9,000 USD) | Heritage Auctions (2018) |
| 1975 MS67+ Red | Registry Set quality. Extremely difficult to achieve due to strike weakness on the Machin portrait and the coin's susceptibility to carbon spots. High competitive demand from advanced registry participants. | PCGS / NGC MS67+ RD | ~$1,200 CAD (~$881 USD) | Heritage Auctions (2017) |
| 1975 SP67 Heavy Cameo | Specimen perfection combined with intense cameo contrast. Heavy Cameo (HC) is the Canadian grading equivalent of Deep Cameo — frosted devices against deeply contrasted fields. Combining SP67 with HC designation is exceptionally rare on 1975 cents. | ICCS SP67 HC | $200–$300 CAD | Canadian Coin News / Auction listings |
An MS68 Red 1975 Canadian penny sold at Heritage Auctions for approximately $12,500 CAD — not because it is rare by mintage (642 million were struck), but because virtually none survived the production and distribution process with surfaces pristine enough for this grade. Registry Set competition drives these extraordinary realizations. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coin)
ℹ️ Why a "Common Date" Sells for $12,500 CAD
Registry Set competition creates extreme premiums for top-graded coins regardless of mintage. Collectors compete to own the single finest certified example of every Canadian date. Because 1975 pennies were mass-produced, bagged, and shipped without archival handling, virtually none escaped with MS68-quality surfaces. The coin is a "condition rarity" — the mintage is enormous, but the survival rate in perfect condition is near zero. Owning the finest known example of any date carries a scarcity premium that far exceeds the coin's nominal commonness.
B — Set Provenance Varieties (Findable)
⚠️ Critical Clarification: "Jewel" Varieties Apply to the Dollar Coin, Not the Penny
The "Attached Jewel" and "Detached Jewel" designations refer exclusively to a die variety on the 1975 Voyageur Dollar — specifically a detail in the rendering of the Queen's tiara on that denomination. The 1975 penny die itself has no Attached or Detached Jewel variety. Be cautious of sellers labeling a 1975 penny as a "Detached Jewel" coin: this designation describes only the set from which the penny originates, not any feature on the penny's own dies. The Charlton Standard Catalogue confirms no such variety on the 1975 cent die.
| Set / Provenance | Context | How to Identify | Value Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached Jewel PL Set — Penny | A penny originating from a 1975 PL set in which the accompanying Dollar coin exhibits the scarce Detached Jewel die variety. The penny itself is die-identical to a standard PL penny. | The complete intact set (with the Dollar coin present showing the Detached Jewel) must be confirmed. A loose penny alone cannot be verified as Detached Jewel without accompanying documentation or the full set. | The complete Detached Jewel PL set sells for approximately $100+. The penny shares the set's pedigree, but has no standalone premium when separated from the set — provenance cannot be independently verified on the penny alone. |
| Double Penny Specimen Set — Penny | The 1975 Specimen set uniquely contained two 1-cent coins in the black leatherette Prestige case. These are the finest quality strikes of the year. Set mintage: approximately 36,581. | Coin must show Specimen-grade characteristics: squared rims, semi-matte lined fields, and ultra-sharp device detail. ICCS SP certification confirms the finish. Ideally accompanied by the original matching leatherette case. | The lowest-mintage 1975 finish. SP coins from this set are the finest quality 1975 cents struck. SP67 examples realize $200+. Even SP65 carries a meaningful premium over equivalent PL grades. |
1975 Canadian Penny Identification Guide
Use this 30-second checklist to confirm exactly what you have before assigning value. The single most common mispricing error for 1975 pennies is mistaking a Proof-Like coin for a rare high-grade Business Strike — identification of the finish is the most important step.
Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara (Arnold Machin portrait, used on Canadian coins 1965–1989). Reverse: Two maple leaves on a twig, legend CANADA 1 CENT. Confirm both sides match before valuing your coin.
Step 1 — Confirm Identity
- Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II wearing a tiara, designed by Arnold Machin. The Queen appears relatively young compared to the Dora de Pédery-Hunt portrait introduced on Canadian coins in 1990. The legend reads ELIZABETH II D·G·REGINA with the date 1975 below the bust truncation. Denticle border on both sides.
- Reverse: Two maple leaves on a single twig. Legend reads CANADA 1 CENT.
- Edge: Plain (smooth). No reeding.
- No Mint Marks: The 1975 Canadian penny carries no mint mark. No "W" or other facility designation was applied to any 1975 cent — circulation or collector issue. Do not pay a premium based on a claimed mint mark.
Step 2 — Composition and Authenticity Check
Authentication check: the 1975 bronze penny is NON-MAGNETIC. A genuine 1975 Canadian cent (98% copper bronze) will not adhere to a magnet. If your coin sticks, it is not a standard 1975 Canadian bronze cent.
- Magnet Test: Hold a strong magnet near the coin. The 1975 penny is composed of 98% copper bronze and is non-magnetic — it should not adhere at all. If it sticks, the coin is not a genuine 1975 Canadian bronze cent (could indicate a modern counterfeit or an unusual wrong-planchet situation).
- Weight Check: A genuine coin weighs 3.24 grams (±0.10 g tolerance). A significantly lighter coin — for example, approximately 2.25 grams — may indicate an unusual planchet anomaly.
Step 3 — Finish Identification (Most Critical for Value)
The three 1975 penny finishes: Business Strike (left, cartwheel lustre), Proof-Like (center, mirror fields with frosted devices), and Specimen (right, squared rims with semi-matte lined fields). A shiny 1975 penny found outside its original packaging is almost always Proof-Like, not a high-grade Business Strike. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coin)
- Business Strike: Tilt the coin under a single light source and look for cartwheel lustre — radial spokes of bright light that appear to spin outward from the center as the coin rotates. The fields (background areas) and the devices (portrait and maple leaves) share the same surface texture. Small bag marks and contact marks are normal and expected.
- Proof-Like (PL): The fields are mirror-bright — they clearly reflect text and surrounding objects like a polished surface. The devices (Queen's portrait, maple leaves) appear frosted and white by contrast. Look for faint parallel die-polishing lines in the reflective fields. Originally sealed in soft transparent pliofilm as part of an RCM annual collector set. Warning: inspect for green PVC haze from the original packaging. For a detailed community discussion of PL vs. SP diagnostic criteria, see the Numista forum guide on Canadian Specimen vs. Proof-Like diagnostics.
- Specimen (SP): The sharpest detail of all three finishes. The coin's rims are visibly squared and sharply defined rather than gently rounded. The fields have a semi-matte lined texture that softly diffuses light rather than mirroring it. Originally packaged in rigid plastic inserts within a black leatherette Prestige booklet.
Step 4 — Color Check (Uncirculated Coins Only)
- Brown (BN): Uniform chocolate brown or dark overall toning. Value equals face/melt value only, regardless of sharpness or strike quality.
- Red-Brown (RB): A mix of orange and brown areas visible across the surfaces. Trades at a significant discount below full-Red prices at any MS grade.
- Red (RD): Vibrant, fiery orange-gold. If your coin is Full Red, handle it exclusively by the edges — fingerprint oils permanently damage the reactive copper surface and can result in a lower grade designation.
Step 5 — Alteration and Counterfeit Red Flags
- Re-colored coins: Artificially stripped and re-colored coins display a flat, matte orange with no cartwheel lustre. Genuine Mint Red is vibrant, three-dimensional, and lustrous. Fake Red coins typically turn a sickly purple-brown within months of treatment.
- Whizzed or polished coins: A coin that is extremely shiny but lacks the spinning cartwheel effect when tilted has almost certainly been mechanically polished or "whizzed" with a wire brush. These coins are designated "Details — Whizzed" by grading services and carry no numismatic value.
1975 Canadian Penny Value FAQs
What is a 1975 Canadian penny worth?
In circulated condition, a 1975 Canadian penny is worth its face value of $0.01 CAD, with an intrinsic bronze metal content of approximately $0.03–$0.04 CAD (which cannot be legally realized through melting in Canada). In certified Gem Red uncirculated condition, Business Strike values range from $18.00–$22.00 at MS65 Red to $55.00–$65.00 at MS66 Red. Proof-Like coins range from $0.50 (PL63) to $25.00–$40.00 (PL67). Specimen coins from the Prestige set can reach $200+ at SP67. All values in CAD as of February 2026.
Is a 1975 Canadian penny rare?
By mintage alone, no — over 642 million 1975 pennies were struck for circulation, making worn examples extremely common. However, the 1975 penny is a condition rarity in high grades. Preserving the coin's reactive 98% copper surface in Full Red (RD) condition for decades is statistically uncommon, and coins grading MS66 Red or higher are genuinely scarce in the certified marketplace. The rarest finish is the Specimen (SP), from Prestige sets with a mintage of approximately 36,581 — and SP67 examples are exceedingly rare.
What makes a 1975 Canadian penny valuable?
Three factors drive premium value: finish (Specimen commands the highest base prices; Proof-Like the next; Business Strike requires the highest grade to match SP/PL values), grade (value increases exponentially above MS64 and SP65), and color (Full Red commands the highest prices — Brown coins at the same technical grade may trade at 50–80% less). Registry Set competition also dramatically amplifies prices at the extreme top: an MS68 Red 1975 penny sold for approximately $12,500 CAD at Heritage Auctions (2018) — driven entirely by condition scarcity, not low mintage.
Is my 1975 Canadian penny silver?
No. The 1975 Canadian penny is bronze — 98% copper, 0.5% tin, and 1.5% zinc. It contains no silver. It is also non-magnetic, which distinguishes it from the copper-plated steel cents introduced in later decades. If you are looking for Canadian coins with silver content, you need to examine other denominations (dimes, quarters, half-dollars, or dollars) from years when those denominations were struck in silver alloys.
Should I get my 1975 Canadian penny professionally graded?
Only if the coin's potential grade justifies the cost. Grading fees at ICCS, PCGS, or NGC typically run $25–$50+ per coin before submission and return shipping costs. For a Business Strike, professional grading becomes economically worthwhile only if the coin convincingly appears MS65 Red or higher (market value $18+) — and ideally MS66 Red ($55+). For Specimen coins, grading is rational from SP65 upward. ICCS is generally preferred for Canadian domestic market liquidity; PCGS and NGC are better suited to competitive registry set participation, especially among US-based collectors.
What is the difference between a Proof-Like (PL) and a Specimen (SP) penny?
Both are collector-quality finishes, but they are produced differently and valued on separate scales. Proof-Like (PL) coins are struck on standard production presses using polished dies, yielding mirror-bright fields and frosted devices without a fundamentally altered production process. Specimen (SP) coins are double-struck on specially prepared presses, producing visibly squared rims, sharper device detail, and a distinctive semi-matte lined field texture that diffuses rather than reflects light. The 1975 Prestige (SP) set had a mintage of approximately 36,581 — roughly one-fifth the approximately 197,372 Attached Jewel PL set mintage — contributing to the SP's higher base values at equivalent grades. An SP67 ($200+) far outpaces a PL67 ($25–$40).
Why does the Red (RD) color designation matter so much for 1975 penny values?
The 1975 penny is 98% copper — one of the most reactive metals used in modern coinage. Atmospheric exposure causes the surface to oxidize from Red to Red-Brown to Brown over time. Grading services require at least 95% original salmon-red surface to award the RD designation. An MS65 Red coin trades at $18.00–$22.00 CAD, while the same technical grade in Brown may trade for only a few dollars. This color sensitivity means coins properly sealed and stored since 1975 are dramatically more valuable than those kept loosely in jars or coin folders exposed to air and humidity.
What is PVC damage and how do I check for it on a 1975 Proof-Like penny?
PVC (polyvinyl chloride) damage occurs when the plasticizers in the original 1975 RCM pliofilm packaging break down over decades, releasing an acidic green oil onto the copper surface. Look for green haze, a sticky or waxy green film, or green spots — especially in the coin's fields. If caught early, a professional numismatic conservator can remove PVC residue using pure acetone in a controlled process. If left untreated, the acid permanently pits the copper, destroying grade potential and reducing the coin to face or melt value. Store coins removed from original pliofilm in non-PVC holders such as Mylar flips, certified grading slabs, or airtight capsules.
Does the 2013 withdrawal of the Canadian penny make 1975 examples more valuable?
The Royal Canadian Mint ceased distributing the Canadian penny on February 4, 2013, and no further 1-cent coins are produced or distributed. The 1975 penny remains legal tender but is not accepted as change at most retailers. The withdrawal has generated renewed collector interest in the entire bronze cent series and ensures the supply of 1975-dated pennies is permanently fixed. However, because 642 million were minted, circulated examples remain extremely common. The withdrawal's primary effect on 1975 values is at the high-grade end: as the collector community for the series grows, competition for MS66+, SP67, and higher examples continues to intensify over time.
Methodology & Sources
Values in this guide reflect typical Canadian dealer and auction market prices as of February 2026, compiled from the following sources:
- Coins and Canada — 1¢ (1965–2012) Price Guide — primary pricing reference for all finish tiers
- NGC — Canada Cent KM 59.1 Price Guide — graded coin market reference
- Numista — Canada 1 Cent Elizabeth II (2nd Portrait) — mintage and specification data by set type
- Royal Canadian Mint — 1 Cent History — official specification data
- Numista Forum — Specimen vs. Proof-Like Diagnostic Guide for Canadian Small Cents — finish identification criteria
- Heritage Auctions — verified realized prices for MS67+ and MS68 certified Canadian examples (2017, 2018)
- Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Coins — set context, variety definitions, and provenance reference
- ICCS Population Reports — census and grade context for certified Canadian examples
All values in CAD. Market prices fluctuate with copper spot prices (for melt value calculations), auction activity, and collector demand. This guide covers standard non-error specimens only. Grading opinions may vary between services; values shown represent typical market ranges, not guaranteed realized prices. Consult a professional numismatist for high-value transactions.
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