1992 Canada 25 Cents Commemorative Silver Proof: Yukon

Yukon's Provincial 25-cent coin depicts the Kaskawulsh Glacier, one of the valley glaciers that descends from the most extensive non-polar icefield in the world. The glacier is accessible through the Kluane National Park, a region neted for its spectacular landscape and its abundant wildlife.

Design

The obverse design features Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at 64 years old, wearing a new crown, surrounded by the Latin inscription "ELIZABETH II D. G. REGINA". This was the first effigy to be designed by a Canadian, Dora de Pédery-Hunt.

Packaging

1992 Canadian 25-Cent Yukon Confederation 125th Anniv/Provincial Quarter Proof Sterling Silver Coin comes encapsulated in Royal Canadian Mint clamshell case.

Specifications

Face Value: 25 cents
Composition: 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper
Weight (g): 6.00
Diameter(mm): 23.88
Finish: Proof