The Canadian 1909 10 Cent coin was minted during the reign of King Edward VII, reflecting Canadas status as a British Dominion. Made of 92.5% silver, the Canadian 1909 10 Cent highlighted Canada’s reliance on precious metals in coinage. In 1909, the Canadian 1909 10 Cent circulated widely in Canada’s growing economy, influenced by both industrialization and ties to the British Empire.
Politically, the Canadian 1909 10 Cent was issued during a period of political stability under Edward VII’s reign. The coin featured a young portrait of the King on the obverse and a detailed maple leaf on the reverse, symbolizing Canadas national identity and economic ties to Britain.