.925 pure
0.0376 oz
7,835,400 minted
5 cents 1919
1919
A 1919 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: 7,835,400. Contains approximately 0.035 oz of silver (melt value applies).
Metal
Silver (.925 pure)
Weight
0.0376 oz (1.17 g)
Mintage
7,835,400
Diameter
15.5 mm
Edge
Reeded
Finish
Circulation
Series
George V Era (1911-1936)
Obverse
Sir E. Bertram Mackennal
Reverse
Leonard Charles Wyon
Rarity
Scarce
Est. Value
$6
Status
Available
Live Melt Value
$3.55 CAD
$2.58 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
| VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 | MS-66 | MS-67 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4 | $4 | $6 | $11 | $20 | $47 | $57 | $89 | $173 | $373 | $646 | $1,940 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "5 CENTS CANADA 1919". 15.5 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper (sterling silver).