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1870 Issue
1870
Silver
0.0379 oz
.925 pure
0.0379 oz
40,000 minted
5 cents CAD
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Newfoundland 5 Cents 1870

1870

A 1870.925 silver 5 cents weighing 0.0379 oz (1.18g), 15.49 mm diameter. Reverse: The denomination '5 CENTS' is displayed within a wreath of pitcher plant (Newfoundland's floral emblem), with the date below. Mintage: 40,000. Contains approximately 0.035 oz of silver (melt value applies).

Metal Silver (.925 pure)
Weight 0.0379 oz (1.18 g)
Mintage 40,000
Denomination 5 cents
Diameter 15.49 mm
Edge Reeded
Finish Circulation
Series Victorian Era (1867-1901)
Obverse Leonard Charles Wyon
Reverse Leonard Charles Wyon
Est. Value $30-$150 CAD depending on grade
Status Available
Live Melt Value
$3.14 CAD
$2.27 USD
Spot Silver
$89.60/oz
CAD per troy oz
Issued by Colony of Newfoundland. Pricing reflects secondary market and melt value only.
Identification Tips
Tiny silver coin, 15.49mm diameter. Reeded edge. 'NEWFOUNDLAND' legend. Sterling silver.
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Collector Research Notes

The denomination '5 CENTS' is displayed within a wreath of pitcher plant (Newfoundland's floral emblem), with the date below.

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