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Canadian Five Cent Coin Values (1858–1901, Queen Victoria Era)
The Canadian Five Cent coins (1858–1901), often called “fish scales” for their tiny size, are prized by collectors for their sterling silver content, historic monarch portraits, and rarity. Struck during the reigns of Queen Victoria and Edward VII, these early five cent pieces represent an important chapter in Canada’s coinage history. Values vary widely depending on date, condition, and scarcity, with certain years commanding strong premiums at auction.