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1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents Value & Price Guide (2026) · LuckyCoin
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1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents Value

The 1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents is a business-strike issue from Canada, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint. Current catalog values range from $0.50 in lower grades to $16 in top condition; composed of nickel (4.54 g).

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1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents

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The 1942 Tombac 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".

Price by Grade

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GradePrice (USD)
8$0.50
12$0.70
20$1.00
40$2.00
60$4.00
63$16.00

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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 1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents made of?
The 1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents is made of nickel, weighs 4.54 grams, and measures 21.21 mm in diameter.
Where was the 1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents minted?
The 1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents was struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint.
How many people collect the 1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents?
123 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents in their collection.
How much is a 1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents worth?
A 1942 Tombac King George VI 5 Cents is valued between $0.50 and $16, depending on grade and condition.