1999 Millennium Coin: AUGUST, THE PIONEER SPIRIT Pure Silver Proof .25-Cent Coin, in a Gold Clamshell Case!

1999 Millennium Coin features the month of AUGUST, THE PIONEER SPIRIT, a Pure Silver Proof .25-Cent Coin. This proof sterling silver Millennium 25-Cent coin comes encapsulated in a oval-shaped gold clamshell box and includes Certificate of Authenticity. Face Value: 25 cents. Coin and Holder are in Brand New Condition.

THE PIONEER SPIRIT Millennium Quarter features pioneers who came to Canada from other countries to enjoy prosperity and new beginnings.

To celebrate the new millennium, Canada created a two year circulating commemorative program that would be conducted in two parts (one in 1999 and one in 2000). Each program released 12 quarters per year (1 per month) and each featured a unique design. 

Mintage: 111,414
Composition: .925 silver, .075 copper
Weight (g): 5.90
Diameter(mm): 23.88
Finish: Proof

GC&C Stock #129