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5 cents 1885
1885
The 5 cents 1885 is a 1885 silver coin from the Royal Canadian Mint, weighing 0.0373 troy ounces (1.16 g) at .925 purity. It is part of the Victorian Era (1867-1901) series. It was produced with a mintage of 1,000,000. Based on current silver spot prices, its precious metal content is worth approximately $3.45 CAD.
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.0373 oz (1.16 g)
Mintage
1,000,000
Diameter
15.5 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Victorian Era (1867-1901)
Obverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Ultra-Rare
Est. Value
$82.60
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$3.45 CAD
$2.52 USD
Spot Silver
$100.12/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint Price
N/A
As issued
Premium
Over melt
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Collector Value by Grade
1885 - Large 5
| AG-3 | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 | MS-66 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9 | $14 | $28 | $44 | $83 | $205 | $483 | $1,180 | $1,740 | $3,010 | $3,680 | $4,370 | $25,000 |
1885 - Large 5/5
| AG-3 | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $18 | $23 | $54 | $93 | $170 | $319 | $770 | $1,730 | $2,610 | $4,620 | $7,000 |
1885 - Small 5
| AG-3 | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7 | $11 | $20 | $37 | $75 | $175 | $442 | $1,180 | $2,090 | $3,760 | $5,900 |
1885 - Small 5/5
| AG-3 | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $24 | $46 | $88 | $165 | $300 | $739 | $1,670 | $5,100 | $6,300 | $7,500 |
1885 - Small 5/5 (Re-Engraved)
| MS-62 |
|---|
| $2,090 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "5 CENTS 1885". 15.5 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).