.800 pure
0.0376 oz
10,649,851 minted
5 cents 1920
1920
A 1920 Canadian 5 cents struck in 80% silver, 20% copper. Reverse designed by Leonard Charles Wyon. Reverse: 5 CENTS and date within crossed maple boughs, crown above. Mintage: 10,649,851. Contains approximately 0.030 oz of silver (melt value applies). Known varieties: 3 documented.
Metal
Silver (.800 pure)
Weight
0.0376 oz (1.17 g)
Mintage
10,649,851
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
$3.07 CAD
$2.23 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 | $10 | $22 | $41 | $58 | $77 | $152 | $343 | $834 | $3,750 |
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "5 CENTS CANADA 1920". 15.5 mm diameter. Reeded edge. Non-magnetic. 80% silver, 20% copper.