The Canadian 1964 25 Cent coin was a silver quarter minted just before Canada transitioned to nickel-based coinage. Made of 80% silver and 20% copper, it reflected the last years of silver circulation before rising metal prices led to change. In 1964, Canada was experiencing economic growth, with increasing industrialization and trade. The Canadian 1964 25 Cent played a key role in daily transactions as the nation modernized its economy.
Politically, Canada was preparing for its centennial, fostering national identity. The Canadian 1964 25 Cent featured Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and a caribou on the reverse, symbolizing the country’s wilderness. With silver soon to be phased out, the Canadian 1964 25 Cent marked the end of an era in Canadian coinage, transitioning toward more cost-effective materials.