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Canadian coins obverses comparison
The multiple obverses on Canadian coins might be hard to identify or remember especially for new collectors. This comparison tool will assist you through the major recognized obverses through key design elements.
50 cents - Victoria
Select two obverses below and click compare to search the main differences.
Obverses for other denominations and monarchs will be added soon.
Obverse 2 vs Obverse 3
End of the ribbon - Obverse 2
Centered U shape, left side longer
End of the ribbon - Obverse 3
Centered U shape, equal sides
Chin - Obverse 2
Slight double chin
Chin - Obverse 3
Slight double chin
Top hair - Obverse 2
One medium strand
Top hair - Obverse 3
One medium strand
Shamrock - Obverse 2
Yes
Shamrock - Obverse 3
Yes
Existing Victoria 50 cents obverses for each year
- Obverse # 1: 1870 No LCW
- Obverse # 2: 1870 LCW, 1871, 1872 et 1888
- Obverse # 3: 1881, 1888 and 1892
- Obverse # 4: 1888, 1890, 1892, 1894, 1898, 1899, 1900 and 1901
