Obverse

Reverse

1 Cent

Canadian One Cent

Canada · 1944

A bronze Canadian one-cent coin featuring King George VI on the obverse and two maple leaves on the reverse.

Country: Canada
Year: 1944
Denomination: 1 Cent
Metal: 95.5% copper, 3% tin, 1.5% zinc
Grade: Fine to Very Fine, showing moderate wear on high points of hair and leaves

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Overview

A bronze Canadian one-cent coin featuring King George VI on the obverse and two maple leaves on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued during the final stages of World War II, Canadian coinage of this period reflects the wartime economy and the reign of King George VI.

Obverse (front)

Uncrowned bust of King George VI facing left, surrounded by the legend 'GEORGIVS VI D:G:REX ET IND:IMP:'

Reverse (back)

Two maple leaves on a twig with the denomination '1 CENT', the year '1944', and the country 'CANADA', with designer initials KG.

Estimated value

$0.15 - $2.00 depending on condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition grade, original mint luster, and rare die varieties or error strikes

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine, showing moderate wear on high points of hair and leaves

Mintage & rarity

Common, mintage of over 45 million in 1944

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Verify weight, dimensions, and magnetic properties (bronze is non-magnetic). Counterfeits are rare for common date circulated base metal coins.

Notable varieties & errors

Occasional doubled die obverse or reverse varieties exist for 1944 cents.

Similar coins

Other British Commonwealth bronze pennies of the era, such as British or Australian pennies.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place inside a non-PVC coin flip or holder. Do not clean or wash the coin as it can damage the surface and reduce its collector value.

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