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5 Cents - Edward VII

 
Silver (.925) (.925 silver, .075 copper) 1.178 g 15.49 mm
Description
Issuer
Newfoundland (Canadian provinces)
King
Edward VII (1901-1910)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1903-1908
Value
5 Cents (0.05&nbspNFD)
Currency
Dollar (1865-1949)
Composition
Silver (.925) (.925 silver, .075 copper)
Weight
1.178 g
Diameter
15.49 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#16038
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

Face value and year of issue in the centre, surrounded by a decorative circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NEWFOUNDLAND
5
CENTS
1903

Engraver: George William de Saulles

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Cents - Edward VII 1903-1908 coin from Newfoundland is that it was the first coin to feature the image of a British monarch on a Canadian coin. This was a significant departure from the previous coins issued by the Canadian provinces, which had featured images of animals, plants, and other symbols. The inclusion of King Edward VII's image on the coin was a nod to the country's British heritage and marked a turning point in the history of Canadian currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1903  100000 - - - - - -
1904 H 100000 - - - - - -
1908  400000 - - - - - -

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