2005 60th Anniversary of VE Day 5-Cent Nickel

Canada (Royal Canadian Mint) · 2005

A Canadian nickel featuring a commemorative 'Victory' design with a large V and a torch, flanked by the dates 1945 and 2005.

Country: Canada (Royal Canadian Mint)
Year: 2005
Denomination: 5 Cents
Metal: Multi-ply plated steel (94.5% Steel, 3.8% Copper, 1.7% Nickel plating)

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Overview

A Canadian nickel featuring a commemorative 'Victory' design with a large V and a torch, flanked by the dates 1945 and 2005.

Historical significance

This coin commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Allied victory in Europe (VE Day) at the end of World War II. It reproduces the original Victory Nickel design used during the war (1943-1945) created by Thomas Shingles.

Obverse (front)

Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt, facing right, with the 'P' composition mark below and the legend 'ELIZABETH II D.G. REGINA'.

Reverse (back)

A reproduction of Thomas Shingles' 1943-45 design: a large 'V' (for Victory and the Roman numeral 5) with a burning torch. Surrounded by 'CANADA', 'CENTS', and the dual dates '1945' and '2005'. Tiny maple leaves flank the bottom of the V.

Estimated value

$0.05-$0.25 in circulated condition; $1.00-$5.00 in Mint State (MS-65+). Special collector versions in silver or specimen finish command higher prices.

What drives this coin's value

Condition/Grade is the primary factor. Circulated examples are only worth face value. Special specimen or proof strikes found in sets are more valuable to collectors.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated (AU) to Mint State (MS). The surfaces show high luster but some light bag marks and minor surface oxidation typical of steel coins.

Mintage & rarity

Common; total mintage of 59,472,000 for circulation.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Authentic coins are strongly magnetic due to their steel core. Check for clear, crisp detail on the torch and the Queen's hair.

Notable varieties & errors

None widely recognized for the 2005 circulation issue; however, a Sterling Silver version was produced for collectors.

Similar coins

The original 1943-1945 Victory Nickels. Those can be distinguished by their composition (Tombac or Chrome-plated steel) and the lack of the 2005 date.

Care & preservation

Steel-based coins are prone to rust if exposed to moisture. Store in a cool, dry place inside a non-PVC flip or acid-free album. Avoid cleaning or rubbing as it ruins numismatic value.