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5 Cents - George V
| Silver (.925) (.925 silver, .075 copper) | 1.17 g | 15.59 mm |
| Issuer | Newfoundland (Canadian provinces) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1912-1929 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 NFD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1865-1949) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (.925 silver, .075 copper) |
| Weight | 1.17 g |
| Diameter | 15.59 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16037 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Face value and year of issue in the centre, surrounded by a decorative circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEWFOUNDLAND
5
CENTS
1917
Engraver: George William de Saulles
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Cents - George V 1912-1929 coin from Newfoundland is that it was the first coin to feature a portrait of King George V, who was the reigning monarch at the time. This coin was also unique in that it was made of silver, which was a departure from the more commonly used copper or nickel for circulating coins. The use of silver in the coin's composition gave it a distinctive look and made it stand out from other coins in circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1917 C | 300319 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1919 C | 100844 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1929 | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents - George V 1912-1929 coin.
