The Canadian 1928 10 Cent coin, designed by William Harmer Hinton, features a traditional design with the Bluenose schooner on the reverse. This coin, minted during the Great Depression, reflected Canada’s ongoing economic struggles. The silver composition, with 80% silver and 20% copper, symbolized the country’s reliance on precious metals for currency, even as economic difficulties pressured the Canadian Mint.
The 1928 10 Cent also coincided with a time of growing national identity in Canada, as the Bluenose schooner became a symbol of Canadian pride. The design was a nod to Canada’s maritime history and reflected the shift in Canadian coinage toward more symbolic national representations during a politically transformative time.