.925 pure
0.0373 oz
1,890,865 minted
5 cents 1909
1909
A 1909 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: 1,890,865. 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
1,890,865
Diameter
15.5 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
Edwardian Era (1902-1910)
Obverse
George William de Saulles
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Low Mintage
Est. Value
$61.10
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$3.52 CAD
$2.56 USD
Spot Silver
$102.07/oz
CAD per troy oz
Issued by Ottawa Branch, Royal Mint. Pricing reflects secondary market and melt value only.
Collector Value by Grade
1909 - Pointed leaves
| VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $19 | $33 | $61 | $132 | $240 | $614 | $830 | $1,630 | $2,730 | $4,530 |
1909 - Round Leaves - Bow Tie
| VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 | MS-67 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7 | $12 | $20 | $80 | $95 | $257 | $421 | $703 | $1,220 | $1,830 | $5,400 |
1909 - Round Leaves - Cross/Bow Tie
| VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $218 | $405 | $625 | $868 | $1,430 | $4,560 | $5,100 | $6,600 | $10,400 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "5 CENTS CANADA 1909". 15.5 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).