.925 pure
0.0373 oz
1,700,000 minted
5 cents 1893
1893
A 1893 Canadian 5 cents struck in 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver). Reverse designed by Leonard Charles Wyon. Reverse: 5 CENTS and date within crossed maple boughs, crown above. Mintage: 1,700,000. Contains approximately 0.035 oz of silver (melt value applies). Known varieties: 2 documented.
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.0373 oz (1.16 g)
Mintage
1,700,000
Diameter
15.5 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Victorian Era (1867-1901)
Obverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Scarce
Est. Value
$20.90
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$3.52 CAD
$2.56 USD
Spot Silver
$102.07/oz
CAD per troy oz
Issued by Dominion of Canada. Pricing reflects secondary market and melt value only.
Collector Value by Grade
1893
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4 | $6 | $11 | $14 | $21 | $42 | $117 | $239 | $347 | $610 | $951 | $2,460 | $2,670 |
1893 - Double 9 #1
| EF-40 |
|---|
| $83 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "5 CENTS 1893". 15.5 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).