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5 cents 1905
1905
The 5 cents 1905 is a 1905 silver coin from the Royal Canadian Mint, weighing 0.0373 troy ounces (1.16 g) at .925 purity. It is part of the Edwardian Era (1902-1910) series. It was produced with a mintage of 2,600,000. 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
2,600,000
Diameter
15.5 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Edwardian Era (1902-1910)
Obverse
George William de Saulles
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Ultra-Rare
Est. Value
$12.40
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
1905
| VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 | MS-66 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | $7 | $12 | $22 | $60 | $143 | $215 | $352 | $535 | $1,100 | $7,000 |
1905 - Double 5 - Right
| VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9 | $13 | $22 | $39 | $83 | $196 | $294 | $507 | $833 | $1,750 |
1905 - Double 5 - Top
| VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9 | $13 | $22 | $39 | $83 | $196 | $273 | $568 | $936 | $2,470 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "5 CENTS CANADA 1905". 15.5 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).