1990 Canada 1-Cent Maple Leaf Penny Proof-Like (PL) Coin

Description

Step into a new decade with this exceptional 1990 Proof-Like (PL) Canadian Penny. This year is particularly notable for collectors as it marks the first year of the Diadem (crowned) portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Dora de Pédery-Hunt—the first Canadian citizen to design a royal effigy for our coinage.

This PL specimen captures that historic detail with breathtaking clarity, offering a mirror-like finish that far outshines any standard 1990 penny you’d find in a jar.

Key Highlights:

• Historical First: Features the “Third Effigy” of the Queen wearing the George IV State Diadem, a major design shift for the 1990s.

• Museum-Grade Luster: Boasts the high-gloss, reflective fields and sharp, frosted relief characteristic of a Proof-Like strike.

• 12-Sided Heritage: Maintains the classic dodecagonal shape that makes these vintage Canadian cents so recognizable.

Specifications:

Collector Note: 1990 was the first year for the “Crowned Queen” on the penny, making this PL version a “Year One” essential for portrait-type collectors.