1985 Canada 25 Cents Elizabeth II Caribou Coin

1985 Canada 25 Cents Elizabeth II Caribou Coin 1985 Canada 25 Cents Elizabeth II Caribou Coin KM# 74 This 1985 Canadian quarter features the iconic caribou design on the reverse, a staple of Canada's circulation currency since 1937, created by artist Emanuel Hahn. The obverse depicts the second effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Arnold Machin, showing the Queen wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara. Struck by the Royal Canadian Mint, this nickel composition coin represents a classic era of Canadian numismatics. This specific specimen is housed in a protective cardboard 2x2 flip labeled with its KM catalog number (KM# 74) for easy identification and preservation. It remains a popular choice for collectors seeking to complete year sets of the Queen Elizabeth II series. 1985 Canada 25 Cents Elizabeth II Caribou Quarter Condition: This coin appears to be in circulated condition, showing visible signs of wear and surface contact marks consistent with handled currency. The details on the caribou's fur and the crown of Elizabeth II show some flattening, though the inscriptions and date remain legible. There is no official third-party grade assigned. Minted at the Royal Canadian Mint, this piece is composed of nickel. This circulation strike type features the iconic caribou design by Emanuel Hahn on the reverse and the second effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Arnold Machin on the obverse. Historically, this 1985 issue is part of the long-standing Canadian quarter series that has utilized the caribou motif since 1937. Canada, 1985, 25 cents, quarter, caribou, Elizabeth II, numismatics, coin collecting, KM# 74, currency, nickel, coin holder, obverse, reverse Canadian quarter, 1985 Canada 25 cents, Queen Elizabeth II coin, caribou quarter, Canadian numismatics, vintage Canadian coins, collectible quarters, Royal Canadian Mint, 1985 25 cents, KM# 74 coin IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchanges, no credits, and no cancellations for any reason. Auction transactions are processed after the auction closes, and invoices are finalized. Charges may occur hours or days after the auction, depending on processing, invoice