1950 – 10 Cents Dime Canada

The 1950 Canadian 10 cents coin, minted by the Royal Canadian Mint, features on its obverse the bust of King George VI designed by Thomas Humphrey Paget, with the inscription “GEORGIVS VI DEI GRATIA REX.” The reverse depicts a stylized Bluenose schooner sailing, a design by Emanuel Hahn symbolizing Canada’s maritime heritage and fishing industry. This coin is made of 80% silver and 20% copper, weighs 2.33 grams, has a diameter of approximately 18.03 mm, and a reeded edge. It was struck as a circulation coin with a mintage of about 17.8 million pieces and exhibits non-magnetic properties. It follows a medal alignment and carries inscriptions “CANADA 1950” and the denomination of “10 CENTS” on the reverse. The coin has historical significance and numismatic value, varying with condition from worn circulated specimens to mint state coins prized by collectors.