1948 – 5 Cents Canada

The Canadian 5 cents coin of 1948 features a nickel composition and weighs 4.54 grams with a diameter of 21.3 mm and a plain edge. It showcases a high-relief bust of King George VI on the obverse with the inscription “GEORGIVS VI DEI GRATIA REX,” replacing the previous “IND : IMP :” inscription after the independence of India. The reverse side displays the iconic beaver sitting on a log, designed by G. E. Kruger-Gray. This coin had a relatively low mintage of approximately 1,810,789 pieces due to the late arrival of new dies, and it was minted by the Royal Canadian Mint with medal alignment. The 1948 nickel is magnetic due to its pure nickel composition and holds value for collectors, particularly in higher mint states.