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The Canada 10 Cents 1875H, graded VF35 by NGC, represents a significant piece of Canadian numismatic history, showcasing the country's transition to a decimal currency system during the late 19th century.
Featuring the left-facing effigy of Queen Victoria on the obverse, the coin displays a portrait designed by Leonard Charles Wyon, capturing the queen's dignified profile. This design reflects Canada's status as a dominion under the British Empire, with Queen Victoria reigning as the sovereign monarch.
On the reverse, the iconic Canadian coat of arms takes center stage, adorned with symbolic elements such as maple leaves, a crown, and various heraldic motifs. Flanked by a lion and a unicorn, the shield represents Canada's ties to Great Britain, while the banner below displays the denomination "10 CENTS" and the year of mintage "1875," ensuring clarity and legibility in circulation.
Typically encapsulated in a protective holder by NGC, the Canada 10 Cents 1875H is preserved and authenticated by one of the leading third-party grading services in the numismatic industry. This encapsulation ensures the coin's integrity and graded condition, safeguarding it from potential damage and ensuring its authenticity for future generations of collectors.
The Canada 10 Cents 1875H was struck at the Heaton Mint branch of the Royal Mint in Birmingham, England, as denoted by the "H" mintmark. The Heaton Mint played a crucial role in producing coinage for various British colonies and dominions during the 19th century, including Canada.
The mintage of the Canada 10 Cents 1875H was likely influenced by factors such as population size, economic conditions, and the demand for small denomination coinage in Canada at the time. While precise mintage figures may vary, the limited availability of these early decimal coins adds to their historical and numismatic significance.
Graded as VF35, the Canada 10 Cents 1875H exhibits moderate wear consistent with its age and circulation. Despite some flattening of the finer details, the main design elements remain well-defined and recognizable, offering collectors a tangible connection to Canada's early monetary history.