2005 Canada Caribou 25 Cents Uncirculated Coin

2005 CANADA CARIBOU 25 CENTS UNCIRCULATED COIN 2005 Canada Caribou 25 Cents Uncirculated Coin KM# 493 This 2005 Canadian 25-cent coin features the iconic caribou design by Emanuel Hahn on the reverse, accompanied by the year and the "P" mint mark below the Queen's effigy, indicating it was struck at the Winnipeg Mint using a plated steel composition. The obverse showcases the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. This specific specimen is in uncirculated condition, retaining its original mint luster and sharp strike details. It comes protected in a standard 2x2 cardboard coin flip labeled with the KM# 493 catalog number for easy identification and organization. This piece is a staple for collectors of Canadian circulation coinage or those looking to complete a year set of the Elizabeth II era. 2005 Canada Caribou 25 Cents Uncirculated Coin KM# 493 Condition: This coin is in uncirculated condition, appearing to have been protected in a 2x2 cardboard flip. The surfaces maintain a strong original luster with sharp details on the caribou design and the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. There are no signs of wear from circulation, though typical minor contact marks from the minting process may be present. This specimen features the P mint mark below the Queen's effigy, indicating it was struck on a multi-ply plated steel planchet. The coin is composed of nickel-plated steel, consisting of a steel core with layers of copper and nickel plating. Historically, the caribou design by Emanuel Hahn has been a staple of Canadian currency since 1937, and this 2005 issue represents the standard circulation strike type for the period. It is not professionally graded but remains in a high state of preservation. Canadian coin, 2005, 25 cents, quarter, Elizabeth II, caribou, numismatics, coin collecting, currency, hobby, Canadian dollar, KM# 493, obverse, reverse, coin holder, minted, collectibles, North America Canadian quarter, 2005 25 cents Canada, caribou coin, Queen Elizabeth II, numismatics, rare Canadian coins, coin collecting, 2005 quarter, Canadian currency, KM# 493 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 cred