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The Greysheet Catalog (GSID) of the Five Cents, Silver, Specimen (1858–1921) series of Canada in the World Coins contains 23 distinct entries with CPG® values between $70.00 and $75,000.00. Canada has been producing five-cent coins since 1858, and they have undergone several design and composition changes

The Greysheet Catalog (GSID) of the Five Cents, Silver, Specimen (1858–1921) series of Canada in the World Coins contains 23 distinct entries with CPG® values between $70.00 and $75,000.00.

Canada has been producing five-cent coins since 1858, and they have undergone several design and composition changes over the years, making them popular among collectors. The first five-cent coin featured a wreath on the reverse side, but this was changed to a beaver in 1937. The obverse side has also featured different images of Queen Elizabeth II over the years. The composition has changed several times as well, with coins made of silver, nickel, and copper. Collectors may choose to collect by year, design, or composition, and the value of the coins can vary depending on their rarity and condition. Overall, Canada silver five cents are a fascinating item for collectors to explore.

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1858 S5c Province of Canada, Small Date, Plain Edge SP
Value Range: $200.00 - $4,000
$200.00 - $4,000
1858 S5c Province of Canada, Large Date, Plain Edge SP
Value Range: $200.00 - $4,000
$200.00 - $4,000
1858 S5c Province of Canada, Large Date, Reeded Edge SP
Value Range: $900 - $8,000
$900 - $8,000
1870 S5c Narrow Rim, Reeded Edge SP
Value Range: $400 - $5,500
$400 - $5,500
1870 S5c Narrow Rim, Plain Edge SP
Value Range: $400 - $5,500
$400 - $5,500
1870 S5c Wide Rim, Reeded Edge SP
Value Range: $400 - $5,500
$400 - $5,500
1872-H S5c SP
Value Range: $700 - $6,500
$700 - $6,500
1874-H S5c Crosslet 4 SP
Value Range: $450 - $6,000
$450 - $6,000
1875-H S5c Large Date SP
Value Range: $1,500 - $23,000
$1,500 - $23,000
1875-H S5c Small Date SP
Value Range: $1,500 - $23,000
$1,500 - $23,000
1880-H S5c SP
Value Range: $450 - $6,000
$450 - $6,000
1881-H S5c SP
Value Range: $450 - $6,000
$450 - $6,000
1882-H S5c SP
Value Range: $600 - $6,500
$600 - $6,500
1884 S5c Near 4 SP
Value Range: $1,800 - $25,000
$1,800 - $25,000
1885 S5c SP
Value Range: $900 - $10,000
$900 - $10,000

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1886 S5c Small 6 SP
Value Range: $900 - $10,000
$900 - $10,000
1902-H S5c Large H SP
Value Range: $600 - $5,000
$600 - $5,000
1905 S5c SP
Value Range: $400 - $5,000
$400 - $5,000
1908 S5c Large Date SP
Value Range: $70.00 - $600
$70.00 - $600
1911 S5c SP
Value Range: $100.00 - $800
$100.00 - $800
1912 S5c SP
Value Range: $5,000 - $5,000
$5,000 - $5,000
1921 S5c SP
Value Range: $14,000 - $75,000
$14,000 - $75,000

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