Obverse

Reverse

One Cent

Canada George V Large Cent

Canada · 1919

A large bronze Canadian penny featuring King George V on the obverse and a maple leaf wreath on the reverse.

Country: Canada
Year: 1919
Denomination: One Cent
Metal: Bronze (95% copper, 4% tin, 1% zinc)

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Overview

A large bronze Canadian penny featuring King George V on the obverse and a maple leaf wreath on the reverse.

Historical significance

This coin is part of the final series of Canadian 'Large Cents' issued before the country switched to the small-sized cent (similar to the US penny) in 1920.

Obverse (front)

Crowned bust of King George V facing left, designed by Sir E.B. MacKennal. Legend: GEORGIVS V DEI GRA: REX ET IND: IMP:

Reverse (back)

The denomination 'ONE CENT CANADA' and the date '1919' centered within a continuous maple leaf wreath; designed by W.H.J. Blakemore.

Estimated value

$0.50-$2.00 in current heavily corroded condition; $10-$50 in higher uncirculated grades.

What drives this coin's value

Condition is the primary factor. The presence of heavy green corrosion (verdigris) significantly lowers the numismatic value compared to a clean specimen.

Grade assessment

About Good to Good (Details) - Heavily corroded with significant environmental damage/verdigris.

Mintage & rarity

Common; mintage of approximately 5,835,407.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Authentic examples have specific denticle counts and clear, sharp lettering. Weight and diameter should be checked against specifications.

Notable varieties & errors

No major die varieties are recognized for the 1919 issue, though some 're-punched' date minor variants exist.

Similar coins

1858-1920 Canadian Large Cents, though earlier Victorian issues have different portraits. Often confused with British pennies which are even larger.

Care & preservation

Do not attempt to scrub the green corrosion (verdigris) as it will damage the underlying metal. Store in a dry, PVC-free flip to prevent further oxidation.

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