1858 Canada 20 Cents Silver – Queen Victoria – First Year Issue – Fine Details Scratched – .925 Silver

1858 Canada 20 Cents Silver – Queen Victoria – First Year Issue – Fine Details Scratched – .925 Silver
CA$145.00

The 1858 Canada 20 Cents is one of the most historically significant early decimal coins issued by the Province of Canada. Struck in sterling silver (.925), this first-year issue marked the introduction of Canada’s new decimal coinage system.

The obverse features the young portrait of Queen Victoria with the Latin legend VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA CANADA, while the reverse displays the crowned denomination within a maple leaf wreath — a design that would become iconic in Canadian numismatics.

The 20-cent denomination was short-lived, discontinued shortly after release due to confusion with the U.S. quarter, making surviving examples increasingly desirable among collectors.

This coin shows moderate circulation wear with full legends and date visible. Surface scratches are present on the reverse, and the coin is best described as Fine Details condition.

Specifications:

  • Year: 1858

  • Country: Province of Canada

  • Denomination: 20 Cents

  • Composition: .925 Silver

  • Weight: 4.66g

  • ASW: 0.1386 Troy oz

  • Estimated Grade: F Details (Scratched)

  • Mintage: 1,750,000