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1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents Value

The 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents is a notable die variety from Canada, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint. This is the first year of issue for the Queen Victoria 5 Cents series. Mintage of 2,800,000 is on the higher end for the Queen Victoria 5 Cents series — readily available in most grades. Current catalog values range from $17 in lower grades to $900 in top condition; composed of silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper) (1.167 g).

1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents

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The 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents coin, has a total mintage of 2,800,000, struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint, and engraved by Leonard Charles Wyon. Made of silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper), weighing 1.167 grams, with a diameter of 15.494 mm, and a thickness of 0.7 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.

The obverse is head of the very young queen victoria wearing a laurel wreath, facing left. It reads "VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA. CANADA". The reverse is the face value surrounded by two maple boughs and the crown of queen victoria. It reads "5 CENTS 1858".

Price by Grade

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GradePrice (USD)
8$17.00
12$30.00
20$55.00
40$80.00
60$260.00
63$900.00

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper)
Weight
1.167 g
Diameter
15.494 mm
Thickness
0.7 mm
Edge
Reeded
Designer
Leonard Charles Wyon
Currency
Canadian dollar (1858-date)

More in this Series

Other 1870 Queen Victoria 5 Cents variants
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  • 1870 Narrow Rim, Plain Edge Specimen
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mintage of the 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents?
The 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents has a total mintage of 2,800,000.
What is the 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents made of?
The 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents is made of silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper), weighs 1.167 grams, and measures 15.494 mm in diameter.
Where was the 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents minted?
The 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents was struck at the Royal Canadian Mint mint.
How much is a 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents worth?
A 1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents is valued between $17 and $900, depending on grade and condition.
1870 Wide Rim Queen Victoria 5 Cents Value & Price Guide (2026) · LuckyCoin