KM #42a

5 cents (George VI) 1952

Photo of 5 cents (George VI) coin from Canada

Coin properties

Value (VF–UNC): C$0.65 - C$0.93
Rarity: R
KM #: 42a
Year: 1952
Weight: 4,54 g
Diameter: 21,22 mm
Shape: Round
Edge: Smooth
Mint: Ottawa

How Much Is This Coin Worth? View the Coin Grade Table

Coin values change with condition, mintage, finish and current collector demand. The grade table below shows reference figures for this Canadian coin from circulated grades up to uncirculated. Treat these numbers as a guide for identification and comparison — the real selling price depends on grading, finish (circulation, specimen, proof) and recent comparable sales.

How coin grades work: VF, XF and UNC explained

Coin variants by year and grade
Year	Coins	Mint	UNC	XF	VF	F	VG	G	PR
1952	10.891.148	Ottawa	C$0.93	C$0.73	C$0.65	C$0.58	C$0.54	C$0.53	C$0.52

5 cents (George VI) 1952: this date at a glance

Mint: Ottawa
Mintage: 10.891.148; 2nd lowest of 2 mintages on record
Dates in this type: 2; 1951 – 1952
Value UNC: C$0.93
Value XF: C$0.73
Value VF: C$0.65
Value F: C$0.58
Value VG: C$0.54
Value G: C$0.53
Value PR: C$0.52

5 cents (George VI) dated 1952 is one of the 2 catalogued dates of KM#42a. This issue was struck at Ottawa. Its reported mintage of 10.891.148 is the 2nd lowest of the type.

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Chart view: 5 cents (George VI) Coin Values by Year

Year-by-year reference values for 5 cents (George VI) coins, broken down by grade. The chart helps you compare key dates, finishes and how condition affects price across the series. Treat the figures as guidance — final value depends on grading, demand and current market activity.