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Canadian $0.05 | 1858-1901 | 92.5% Ag & 7.5% Cu

$0.05 

Technical Specifications

Artist: unknown

Composition: 92.5% Ag, 7.5% Cu

Diameter: 15.5mm Ø

Mintage: n/a

Thickness: n/a

The two crossed maple boughs appeared on all 5-cent coins from 1858 to 1921. These coins were nicknamed "fish scales" for their tiny size; their diameter is only 15.5 mm – smaller than the current dime!