The Canadian 1948 10 Cent coin, designed by George Kruger Gray, featured King George VI on the obverse and a caribou on the reverse. Struck in 80% silver, it was issued during a time of post-World War II economic recovery. The 1948 10 Cent symbolized Canadas stability and the ongoing transition from wartime to peacetime economy.
Politically, Canada’s economy was shifting after the end of WWII in 1945. The 1948 10 Cent coin was part of this transition, representing national pride and economic resilience. Grays design emphasized Canadas natural beauty while the silver coin served as an essential part of daily transactions in this recovery period.