The 1960 Canadian 5 cents coin is a nickel composition coin with a weight of 4.54 grams and a diameter of 21.21 mm. The obverse side features the laureate bust of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a laurel wreath, designed by Mary Gillick, with the Latin inscription “ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA” meaning “Elizabeth II, by the grace of God, the Queen.” The reverse side displays a beaver sitting on a rock-studded mound of earth rising out of the water, with a log that the beaver has been chewing, designed by G. E. Kruger-Gray. The coin has a plain smooth edge and a medal alignment axis. It was minted by the Royal Canadian Mint with a mintage of over 37 million coins. This 5 cents coin is magnetic due to its nickel composition and is known for its classic Canadian design representing national symbols.
1960 – 5 Cents Canada
Canada 5 Cents Coins$1.50
The 1960 Canadian 5 cents coin is a nickel coin featuring Queen Elizabeth II’s laureate bust on the obverse and a beaver on the reverse, symbolizing Canadian heritage.
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Please login| Weight (g) | 4.54 |
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| Mintage | 37157433 |
| Diameter (mm) | 21.21 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1,7 |
| Composition | 99% Nickel |
| Mint by | Royal Canadian Mint |
| Circulation | Circulated |
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