The Canadian 1963 50 Cent coin, designed by Mary Gillick, featured the image of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and a Canadian coat of arms on the reverse. Made of 80% silver, the Canadian 1963 50 Cent coin represented Canadas ties to the British monarchy and its stable, silver-based currency during a time of economic stability.
In 1963, the Canadian 1963 50 Cent coin circulated amidst Canadas post-World War II economic boom. Politically, it marked the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, who had been on the throne since 1952. The Canadian 1963 50 Cent reflected national pride and the ongoing importance of silver in Canadian currency.