10 Cents - George VI (Trial strike) 1937 front 10 Cents - George VI (Trial strike) 1937 back
10 Cents - George VI (Trial strike) 1937 photo
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10 Cents - George VI Trial strike

1937 year
Brass 2.47 g 18.30 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Pattern
Year
1937
Value
10 Cents (0.10&nbspCAD)
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Brass
Weight
2.47 g
Diameter
18.30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#103746
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Sailing ship beside date, value below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CANADA
1937
10 CENTS

Engraver: Emanuel Otto Hahn

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Thick planchet.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Cents - George VI (Trial strike) 1937 from Canada, made of Brass weighing 2.47g, is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was created as a trial strike to test the dies and minting process, and only a small number of coins were produced. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.