What is DG Regina on Canadian coins?
Christopher Ramos
Updated on April 08, 2026
By the Grace of God
Dei Gratia Regina (often abbreviated to D. G. Regina or D. G. Reg, and seen on coins as D·G·REGINA or D·G·REG) is a Latin title meaning By the Grace of God, Queen. The male equivalent is Dei Gratia Rex meaning By the Grace of God, King.
How much is an Elizabeth II New penny worth?
Features
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1971-1981 |
| Value | 1 New Penny 0.01 GBP = 0.014 USD |
How much money is Elizabeth coin worth?
The coin’s front shows Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse shows a Candian maple leaf. The coin is 50 centimeters (about 20 inches) wide and just over an inch thick. The coin was sold at auction in 2010 for 3.27 million euros, or just over $4 million at the time.
Why is Elizabeth II on Canadian coins?
Queen Elizabeth II came to the throne in 1952, and her portrait first appeared on Canadian coins in 1953. Over the past 50 years, the portrait has been modified to reflect her true image over her long reign. The coins in the collection are the large 50 cents coins from the three periods of Elizabeth II’s reign.
Does Canada still use dollar coins?
The new coin is colloquially called the “loonie”, for the common loon on its reverse, and the name is frequently applied to the currency unit as well. The Royal Canadian Mint stopped producing 1¢ coins in May 2012, and in February 2013 the Bank of Canada stopped distributing them, but the coins remain legal tender.
How much is a 1953 Queen Elizabeth penny worth?
Old pre decimal penny
| Year of issue | Value in US $ for grade vf | Value in US $ for grade xf |
|---|---|---|
| 1953 | 2 | 3 |
| 1961 | 0.20 | 0.50 |
| 1962 – 1967 | 0.10 | 0.20 |
| 1970 | – | – |
How big is a penny of Elizabeth II?
Elizabeth II (1952-date) Type: Standard circulation coin Years: 1971-1981 : Value: 1 New Penny 0.01 GBP = 0.014 USD Currency: Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) Composition: Bronze: Weight: 3.56 g: Diameter: 20.3 mm: Thickness: 1.52 mm: Shape: Round: Orientation: Medal alignment ↑↑ Number
How much is a 1966 Elizabeth II coin worth?
ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA / Queen’s head right. Coin value – $15-17. 1 dollar 1966 (1965-1966) silver 0.800. Diameter 36.0 mm. Weight 23.33 g. DOLLAR / CANADA / 1966 / Canoe travelers. ELIZABETH II D G REGINA / Queen’s head right. KM#64. Coin value – $15-17.
What was the value of a 1958 Elizabeth II coin?
silver. 50 CENTS / CANADA 1958 / national arms. ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA / Queen’s head right. KM#53. Coin value – $8-10. 50 cents 1962. silver. 50 CENTS / CANADA 1962 / national arms. ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA / Queen’s head right.
How much is a 1969 Elizabeth II nickel worth?
ELIZABETH II D G REGINA /. Queen’s head right. KM#64. Coin value – $15-17. 1 dollar 1969 (1968-1972) nickel. Diameter 32.0 mm. Weight 15.64 g. DOLLAR / CANADA / 1969 /. canoe travelers.
