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Reference image of 5 cents 1927
.9999 pure
0.146 oz
5,285,627 minted
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5 cents 1927

1927

A 1927 Canadian 5 cents struck in Nickel. Reverse designed by W.H.J. Blakemore. Reverse: Two maple leaves with 5 CENTS and date. Mintage: 5,285,627. Known varieties: 1 documented.

Metal Nickel (.9999 pure)
Weight 0.146 oz (4.54 g)
Mintage 5,285,627
Denomination 5 cents
Diameter 21.21 mm
Edge Plain (smooth)
Finish Circulation
Series George V Era (1911-1936)
Obverse Sir E. Bertram Mackennal
Reverse W.H.J. Blakemore
Rarity Scarce
Est. Value $4.30
Status Available
Collector Value by Grade
VG-8F-12VF-20EF-40AU-50MS-60MS-62MS-63MS-64MS-65
$0.70$1$4$25$38$82$107$168$312$1,350
Source: Coins and Canada. Prices in CAD.
Identification Tips
Reverse text: "CANADA FIVE 5 CENTS 1927". 21.21 mm diameter. Plain (smooth) edge. Magnetic. Nickel.
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Collector Research Notes

Two maple leaves with 5 CENTS and date

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