1977 Uncirculated Proof-Like Set

This set is part of the Uncirculated Proof-Like Sets collection.

Composition :
1 cent : 98% copper, 0.05% tin, 1.5% zinc
5 cents : Nickel
10 cents : Nickel
25 cents : Nickel
50 cents : Nickel
1 dollar : Nickel

It was in 1953that the uncirculated proof-like sets were released. From 1953 to 1960, these sets were wrapped in a simple cellophane sheet and placed on a plain white sheet of paper. In 1961, the Royal Canadian Mint decidedto alter the packaging. The new sets were to be sealed in between 2 sheets of pliofilm and placed inside a protective envelope. This form of packaging is still being used today. Throughout the years, certain modifications were made in the presentation of the products. The coins shown in the uncirculated proof-like sets are identical to the ones released to the public during their respective years. However, the coins chosen for these sets have been carefully inspected and are therefore defect free. 

After the alteration of the matrix used to produce the 1977 1 dollar coin, a new matrix, slightly different than the original, was created. This created 2 different alterations, one situated at the top of the queen’s crown and the other in the water lines situated in front of the canoe. In regards to the alteration of the crown, we can find the jewels at the top to be either attached or detached. As for the water lines in front of the canoe they can either be short or full.

This version have the Double 7 variety on the 5-cent coin.

Also available : 
- 1977 Uncirculated Proof-Like Set - Short Water Lines

*Please note that the mintage of 225,307 sets includes all the varieties of the 1977 uncirculated proof-like set.

PROOF-LIKE SETS - 1977 UNCIRCULATED PROOF-LIKE SET - DETACHED JEWELS, FULL WATER LINES & DOUBLE 7 - 1977 CANADIAN COINS 25 is categorised COINS AND PAPER MONEY / 08- ROYAL CANADIAN MINT / PROOF-LIKE SETS and sold by l'Imaginaire, a store and specialised website.