5 Cents
Edward VII Canadian Silver Five Cents
Canada · 1906
A small silver Canadian 5-cent coin featuring King Edward VII and a maple leaf wreath.
- Country
- Canada
- Year
- 1906
- Denomination
- 5 Cents
- Metal
- Silver (.925 sterling silver, .075 copper)
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Overview
A small silver Canadian 5-cent coin featuring King Edward VII and a maple leaf wreath.
Historical significance
Struck during the reign of King Edward VII, these 'fishscales' were Canada's small silver five-cent pieces before the transition to the larger nickel version in 1922.
Obverse (front)
Crowned portrait of King Edward VII facing right. Legend: EDWARDVS VII DEI GRATIA REX IMPERATOR.
Reverse (back)
Denomination and date '5 CENTS CANADA 1906' within a wreath of two maple branches, topped by an Imperial Crown.
Estimated value
$2-$5 in heavily circulated condition, $10-$30 in fine/very fine, $100+ in high uncirculated grades.
What drives this coin's value
Condition/grade is the primary factor; the 1906 is a high mintage year compared to key dates like 1921.
Grade assessment
About Good/Good; shows significant wear and heavy dark toning (patina) which obscures fine detail.
Mintage & rarity
3,446,145 issued; relatively common for the series.
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Check diameter (15.5mm) and weight. Genuine coins are sterling silver; fakes may be magnetic or show casting bubbles.
Notable varieties & errors
Small vs. Large crown varieties exist for some years, but 1906 is generally standard; look for potential 'doubling' in the date digits or crown detail blocks.
Similar coins
Often confused with the British 3 or 4 pence (Maundy money) due to small size, or later George V Canadian nickels.
Care & preservation
Do not clean or polish the coin, as this destroys numismatic value. Store in an acid-free holder (PVC-free) away from moisture.
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