5 Cents 1942


Added by Alain Martineau
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General Description The beaver has a long history in Canada as both commodity and cultural icon, the new design since 1937, was created as part of the coin modernization effort. 2 types in 1942 Nickel and then Tombac because of the war effort
Obv. Description George VI surrounded by the Latin inscription GEORGIVS VI D:G:REX ET IND:IMP:
Rev. Description 5 CENTS between 2 maple leaves, Beaver, CANADA and 1942
Catalog code KM# 33
Mintage 6,847,544
Diameter 21.21 mm
Thickness 1.70 mm
Weight 4.5000 g
Material Nickel
Orientation Medal
Mint Canada - Royal Canadian Mint
Edge Type plain
Designer Ob: T. H. Paget, Re: G.E. Kruger-Gray
Catalog prices
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F $0.30   VF $0.75   XF $1.75   UNC $18.00  

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