5 cents (Castor canadensis as a Canadian symbol) – Canada
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Non-circulating coins
Commemoration: The 50ᵗʰ anniversary of Castor canadensis becoming an official symbol of Canada
Context
Face Value: 5 cents
Year: 2025
Issuer: Canada
Ruler: Charles III
Currency:
(since 1858)
Total mintage: 1,650
Material
Diameter: 55 mm
Weight: 110.66 g
Silver Weight: 110.65 g
Shape: Round
Composition: 99.99% Silver Precious Metals
Magnetic: No
Alignment: Medal alignment
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Value
Exchange value: 0.05 CAD = $0.04
Bullion value: $229.89
Obverse
Description:
A wave pattern appears on both the top plate and the obverse, featuring a left-facing portrait of the 74-year-old Charles III.
Inscription:
CHARLES III D·G·REX
SR
SR
Expansion:
CHARLES III DEI·GRATIA·REX
Translation:
Charles III, by the Grace of God, King
Elizabeth II
Elizabeth II
Script: Latin
Designer: Steven Rosati
Reverse
Description:
This coin's reverse reimagines G. E. Kruger Gray's classic five-cent design in multiple layers. The top plate features "5 CENTS" and "CANADA," while cut-outs around the central beaver reveal engraved clouds, water, and the year "2025" on the surface beneath.
Inscription:
5 CENTS
CANADA
2025
K·G
CANADA
2025
K·G
Script: Latin
Designer: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Mints
| Name | Mark |
|---|---|
| Royal Canadian Mint of Ottawa | — |
Mintings
| Year | Mint Mark | Mintage | Quality | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | 1,650 | Proof |
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