{"product_id":"10-ozt-shtf-silver-dimes-money-bag-11","title":".06 ozt SHTF Bluenose Silver Dimes 10¢","description":"\u003cp\u003eCanadian dimes minted between 1953 and 1964 represent the first portrait series of Queen Elizabeth II. These coins are highly sought by collectors and silver investors due to their high precious metal content and distinctive design varieties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures the \"Laureate\" portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, depicting her at 27 years old wearing a laurel wreath. The Latin inscription \"ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA\" translates to \"Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposition: 80% silver and 20% copper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShowcases the iconic Bluenose, a legendary Canadian racing schooner from Nova Scotia, designed by Emanuel Hahn. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver Content: Approximately 0.06 troy ounces (1.87g) of pure silver per coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnchecked for collector Varieties \u0026amp; Key Dates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1953 Varieties: The most famous variety year, featuring two major versions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo Shoulder Fold (NSF): A rare variant where the Queen’s shoulder strap is faint or missing due to die polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder Fold (SF): The intended design where the shoulder strap is clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1956 \"Dot\" Variety: A scarce variety featuring a small dot below the date. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent: .06 troy oz. of fine silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMint: Royal Canadian Mint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter approx.: 18.03 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThickness approx.: 1.16 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenomination: 10 cents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight approx.: 2.33 g or 1.864 g fine silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurity: 80%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear: dates range within 1953 to 1964\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo taxes on this purchase.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northshore Gold and Silver","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47799643930872,"sku":null,"price":6.17,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/8261\/6312\/files\/IMG_7398_363b5b16-d332-4ec4-8417-f457b4958a47.jpg?v=1768173718","url":"https:\/\/northshoregoldandsilver.com\/products\/10-ozt-shtf-silver-dimes-money-bag-11","provider":"Northshore Gold and Silver","version":"1.0","type":"link"}