The Canadian 5 cents coins minted in 2012 feature a composition of copper-plated steel, specifically 94.5% steel, 3.5% copper, and 2% nickel, making them magnetic and giving them a weight of 3.95 grams, a diameter of 21.1 mm, and a thickness of 1.76 mm with a smooth edge. Produced by the Royal Canadian Mint, the design includes an uncrowned bust of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, created by Dora de Pédery-Hunt, while the reverse—designed by G. E. Kruger-Gray—shows the iconic Canadian beaver sitting on a log above water, and bears the inscriptions “5 CENTS CANADA 2012”. These coins were released both for circulation and special specimen sets, with a total mintage of 202,944,000 pieces intended for everyday use.
2012 – 5 Cents Canada
Canada 5 Cents Coins$1.50
The 2012 Canadian 5 cents coin displays Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and a beaver on the reverse, with copper-plated steel composition and a mintage of over 202 million.
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Please login| Weight (g) | 3.95 |
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| Mintage | 202944000 |
| Diameter (mm) | 21.2 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1,76 |
| Composition | 94.5% steel, 3.5% copper, 2% nickel plating |
| Mint by | Royal Canadian Mint |
| Circulation | Circulated |
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