5 Cents - George VI - Discovery of Nickel (1951)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Cents |
| Catalog Number | KM# 48 |
| Weight (g) | 4.55 |
| Diameter (mm) | 21.2 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.7 |
| Shape: | Dodecagonal (12-sided) |
| Composition: | Nickel |
| Magnetic | |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.04 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative |
Obverse
Engraved by Thomas Humphrey Paget
Lettering:
GEORGIVS VI DEI GRATIA REX
Description:
King George VI facing left.
GEORGIVS VI DEI GRATIA REX
Description:
King George VI facing left.
Reverse
Engraved by Stephen Trenka
Lettering:
CANADA
NICKEL 5
1751-1951 CENTS
Description:
Buildings with center tower divide dates and denomination.
CANADA
NICKEL 5
1751-1951 CENTS
Description:
Buildings with center tower divide dates and denomination.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1951) | 9,028,507 | Very Common |


