From 1953 to 1964, Canadian one cent coins featured Queen Elizabeth II following her ascension to the throne. The obverse depicted a young Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Mary Gillick, facing right.
The reverse maintained the iconic maple leaf design, a staple of Canadian one cent coins since 1937. This period saw stable coin production, reflecting Canada's post-war economic prosperity and growth.
Collectors value these coins for their historical significance and pristine conditions, especially early years like 1953. The coins from Queen Elizabeth II's early reign symbolize a new era in Canadian history and numismatics.