.175 ozt February Etched in Stone Silver 25¢

The coin pictured is the 1999 Canadian 25-cent February Millennium Quarter, featuring a design titled "Etched in Stone". 

The Royal Canadian Mint held a public design contest called "Create a Centsation" to determine the designs for the 1999 series, which focused on different aspects of Canada's past.

The "Etched in Stone" design showcases native petroglyphs (rock carvings) found in Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park, capturing the historical heritage and spirituality of Canada. The design was created by artist Lonnie Springer.

The coin is part of a 12-coin set released throughout 1999, each representing a different aspect of Canadian history or heritage.

Content: .175 oz troy of fine silver

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint

Weight approx. : 5.9 g  or 5.458 g fine silver

Diameter approx. : 23.88 mm

Thickness approx. : 1.7 mm

Purity: 92.5%

Denomination: 25 cents

Year: 1999

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