5 Cents (In the name of Elizabeth II; Beaver, Silver) 2023 front 5 Cents (In the name of Elizabeth II; Beaver, Silver) 2023 back
5 Cents (In the name of Elizabeth II; Beaver, Silver) 2023 photo
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5 Cents In the name of Elizabeth II; Beaver, Silver

2023 year
Silver (.9999) 5.4 g 21.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
King
Charles III (2022-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2023
Value
5 Cents 0.05 CAD = USD 0.037
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Silver (.9999)
Weight
5.4 g
Diameter
21.2 mm
Thickness
1.76 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#358849
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

A beaver, over the inscription "CANADA", surrounded with the face value, flanked on both sides by a maple leaf

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5 CENTS
CANADA
2023
KG

Engraver: Thomas Shingles

Designer: George Kruger Gray

Edge

Plain

Comment

Canada initially minted 2023 coins with a transitional effigy of Queen Elizabeth II while a new effigy of Charles III is prepared (or else if a new law is voted).

This coin is only found in toe 2023 Fine Silver Proof Set - Kathleen "Kit" Coleman: Pioneer Journalist.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases a beaver, which is a well-known symbol of Canada, on the reverse side. This design was created by Canadian artist, Emily S. Damstra, and it's the first time a beaver has been featured on a Canadian coin. The coin's obverse side features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Susanna Blunt. This coin is a special edition, non-circulating coin, made of 99.99% silver, and it weighs 5.4 grams. It's a collector's item and a great addition to any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2023  20000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents (In the name of Elizabeth II; Beaver, Silver) 2023 coin.