Discover the Rare 1968 Canadian Quarter
Canadian quarter collecting has gotten complicated with all the variety types, composition changes, and value debates flying around. As someone who collects both U.S. and Canadian coins, I learned everything there is to know about Canadian quarter varieties. Today, I will share it all with you.
Canadian Quarter Context
Probably should have led with this section, honestly—Canada changed quarter composition from 80% silver to nickel in 1968. This transition year produced both compositions, creating collector interest.
1968 Varieties
That’s what makes 1968 Canadian quarters endearing to us variety collectors:
- Silver (80%): Minted early in the year
- Nickel: Minted later, no silver content
- Edge tells the story: Silver has solid silver edge, nickel is uniform
Value
- Nickel versions: Face value unless uncirculated
- Silver versions: Silver melt value plus modest numismatic premium
- High-grade examples: Premium for both types
Identifying Composition
Check the edge—silver quarters show solid silver, nickel quarters display uniform gray. Weight also differs: silver quarters are heavier.
Collecting Canadian
Canadian coins offer an accessible complement to U.S. collecting. Shared English and similar denominations make research easy, while different designs provide variety.
