1995 Canada Select Gem Uncirculated Proof-Like Set – Presented in an official Royal Canadian Mint hard presentation case

Description

The 1995 Canada Select Gem Uncirculated Proof-Like (Specimen) Set is an official collector issue from the Royal Canadian Mint, featuring six standard Canadian circulation coins struck with the Mint’s distinctive specimen finish. This special finish combines frosted design elements with softly textured, satin-like fields, resulting in sharper detail and superior eye appeal compared to regular business-strike coinage.

This set highlights Canada’s familiar circulating designs of the mid-1990s, anchored by the iconic Common Loon $1 coin (Loonie), a defining symbol of modern Canadian currency. All coins are preserved in uncirculated condition and presented in the original Royal Canadian Mint hard presentation case, accompanied by the official bilingual Certificate of Authenticity / specifications card, making this a complete and desirable collector offering.

Design Highlights

Obverse (Front): Queen Elizabeth II

All six coins feature the right-facing effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by the inscription ELIZABETH II · D · G · REGINA. The specimen striking enhances portrait clarity and surface quality across all denominations.

Reverse (Back): Classic Canadian Coinage Designs

• 1 Cent (Penny): Maple leaf twig

• 5 Cents (Nickel): Beaver on a log

• 10 Cents (Dime): Bluenose schooner

• 25 Cents (Quarter): Caribou in profile

• 50 Cents (Half Dollar): Royal Coat of Arms of Canada

• $1 Dollar (Loonie): Common loon on water

These enduring designs reflect Canada’s wildlife, maritime history, and national identity.

Key Features

• Royal Canadian Mint Issue: Official 1995 specimen collector set

• Select Gem Quality: Coins chosen for superior strike and visual appeal

• Specimen / Proof-Like Finish: Frosted devices with satin-textured fields

• Complete Six-Coin Set: All standard circulating denominations for 1995

• Modern Canadian Icon: Includes the classic Common Loon $1 coin

• Premium Presentation: Housed in an official Royal Canadian Mint hard presentation case

• COA Included: Original Royal Canadian Mint certificate / specifications card

Specifications

• Country: Canada

• Mint: Royal Canadian Mint (RCM)

• Year: 1995

• Denominations: 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢, $1

• Finish: Specimen / Proof-Like

• Grade: Uncirculated (UNC)

• Certification: Royal Canadian Mint (COA included)

Composition (per Royal Canadian Mint standards)

• $1 Dollar (Loonie): Nickel-plated bronze (11-sided)

• 50 Cents: Nickel

• 25 Cents: Nickel

• 10 Cents: Nickel

• 5 Cents: Cupro-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)

• 1 Cent: Bronze (12-sided)

Packaging

• Coins: Encased in original rigid clear plastic holder

• Case: Official Royal Canadian Mint hard presentation case

• Insert: Original bilingual RCM Certificate of Authenticity / specifications card

• Condition: Coins in excellent specimen condition; light, normal wear to outer packaging may be present (see photos)

🪙 Why Collect This Set?

The 1995 Canada Specimen Coin Set offers collectors a refined snapshot of modern Canadian circulating coinage, enhanced by the Royal Canadian Mint’s specimen striking process. With its complete denomination lineup, iconic Loonie, official Mint packaging, and included COA, this set is an excellent choice for Canadian year-set collectors, specimen collectors, or anyone seeking a high-quality Royal Canadian Mint issue from the 1990s.