The 1978 Canadian 5 cents coin, commonly called a nickel, was minted by the Royal Canadian Mint with a mintage of 137,079,273 pieces. It is made of 99% nickel, weighs 4.54 grams, and has a diameter of 21.21 mm with a plain (smooth) edge. The obverse features a right-profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a tiara, designed by Arnold Machin, surrounded by the inscription “ELIZABETH II D – G – REGINA.” The reverse displays a classic beaver sitting on a log, designed by G. E. Kruger-Gray, with the inscriptions “5 CENTS CANADA 1978,” flanked by two maple leaves. The coin is magnetic and was produced in circulation, uncirculated, and specimen finishes. It has a melt value of approximately $0.12 CAD and shows the medal alignment of design elements.
1978 – 5 Cents Canada
Canada 5 Cents Coins$1.50
The 1978 Canadian 5 cents coin is a 99% nickel coin featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and a beaver on the reverse, struck in large quantities for circulation by the Royal Canadian Mint.
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Please login| Weight (g) | 4.54 |
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| Mintage | 137079273 |
| Diameter (mm) | 21.21 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1,7 |
| Composition | 99% Nickel |
| Mint by | Royal Canadian Mint |
| Circulation | Circulated |
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