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1937 Matte Fields Specimen King George VI 5 Cents

The 1937 Matte Fields Specimen King George VI 5 Cents is a specimen strike from Canada, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint. This is the first year of issue for the King George VI 5 Cents series. composed of nickel (4.54 g).

1937 Matte Fields Specimen King George VI 5 Cents

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The 1937 Matte Fields Specimen King George VI 5 Cents coin, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint, engraved by Thomas Shingles, and made of nickel. Weighing 4.54 grams, with a diameter of 21.21 mm, and a thickness of 1.7 mm, and featuring a smooth edge.

The obverse is head of king george vi facing left. . It reads "GEORGIVS VI D:G:REX ET IND:IMP: HP". The reverse is a beaver with the country name above the date below and the denomination above flanked on both sides by a maple leaf, engraver's initials to the left. It reads "5 CENTS K· G CANADA 1937".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Nickel
Weight
4.54 g
Diameter
21.21 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Edge
Smooth
Designer
Thomas Shingles
Currency
Canadian dollar (1858-date)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1937 Matte Fields Specimen King George VI 5 Cents made of?
The 1937 Matte Fields Specimen King George VI 5 Cents is made of nickel, weighs 4.54 grams, and measures 21.21 mm in diameter.
Where was the 1937 Matte Fields Specimen King George VI 5 Cents minted?
The 1937 Matte Fields Specimen King George VI 5 Cents was struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint.
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