Obverse
ReverseSpecifications
| Country | Canada |
| Years Minted | 1979–1981 |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 4.54 g |
| Diameter | 21.21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Plain |
Design
Obverse
Bust of Queen Elizabeth II, as at 37 years of age, wearing tiara, facing right.
Reverse
A North American Beaver (Binomial Name: Castor canadensis), above the country name, surrounded with the face value, flanked on both sides by a maple leaf
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About This Coin
The 5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait modified) is a coin issued by Canada, minted from 1979 to 1981. This coin is composed of Nickel, weighing 4.54g, with a diameter of 21.21mm. The obverse features bust of queen elizabeth ii, as at 37 years of age, wearing tiara, facing right., while the reverse depicts a north american beaver (binomial name: castor canadensis), above the country name, surrounded with the face value, flanked on both sides by a maple leaf. The edge is plain. This coin is sought after by collectors for its craftsmanship and numismatic appeal.
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