Composition :
1 cent : 98% copper, 0.05% tin, 1.5% zinc
5 cents : Nickel
10 cents : Nickel
25 cents : Nickel
50 cents : Nickel
1 dollar : Nickel
1968 Uncirculated Proof-Like Set
It was in 1953that the uncirculated proof-like sets were released. From 1953 to 1960, these sets were wrapped in a simple cellophane sheet and placed on a plain white sheet of paper. In 1961, the Royal Canadian Mint decidedto alter the packaging. The new sets were to be sealed in between 2 sheets of pliofilm and placed inside a protective envelope. This form of packaging is still being used today. Throughout the years, certain modifications were made in the presentation of the products. The coins shown in the uncirculated proof-like sets are identical to the ones released to the public during their respective years. However, the coinschosen for these sets have been carefully inspected and are thereforedefect free. 
In 1968, 3 varieties of the island in front of the canoe is available : Normal island, Small island and No island. You can also find doubled horizon lines (DHL) above theisland and a doubled die in the « 68 » of the date (DD). 
This set is part of the Uncirculated Proof-Like Sets collection.
Also available : 
- 1968 Uncirculated Proof-Like Set - Small Island
- 1968 Uncirculated Proof-Like Set - No Island and other varieties.
*Please note that the mintage of 521,641 sets includesall the varieties of the 1968 uncirculated proof-like set.

PROOF-LIKE SETS - 1968 UNCIRCULATED PROOF-LIKE SET - NORMAL ISLAND - 1968 CANADIAN COINS 16 is categorised COINS AND PAPER MONEY / 08- ROYAL CANADIAN MINT / PROOF-LIKE SETS and sold by l'Imaginaire, a store and specialised website.