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1923 Specimen King George V Cent

The 1923 Specimen King George V Cent is a specimen strike from Canada, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint. composed of bronze (cu 95.5%, sn 3%, zn 1.5%) (3.24 g).

1923 Specimen King George V Cent

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The 1923 Specimen King George V Cent coin, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint, engraved by Edgar Bertram MacKennal, and made of bronze (cu 95.5%, sn 3%, zn 1.5%). Weighing 3.24 grams, with a diameter of 19.05 mm, and a thickness of 1.65 mm, and featuring a plain edge.

The obverse is bust of king george v, wearing a crown, facing left. . It reads "GEORGIVS V DEI GRA: REX ET IND:IMP:". The reverse is the face value above the date is surrounded by the inscription "canada" and flanked by two maple leaves. It reads "CANADA ONE CENT 1923".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Bronze (Cu 95.5%, Sn 3%, Zn 1.5%)
Weight
3.24 g
Diameter
19.05 mm
Thickness
1.65 mm
Edge
Plain
Designer
Edgar Bertram MacKennal
Currency
Canadian dollar (1858-date)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1923 Specimen King George V Cent made of?
The 1923 Specimen King George V Cent is made of bronze (cu 95.5%, sn 3%, zn 1.5%), weighs 3.24 grams, and measures 19.05 mm in diameter.
Where was the 1923 Specimen King George V Cent minted?
The 1923 Specimen King George V Cent was struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint.