The Canadian 1914 Five Cent coin, made of 92.5% silver, was minted as Canada entered a period of global conflict. Featuring King George V on the obverse, it symbolized Canada’s loyalty to Britain. With World War I beginning in 1914, silver demand increased for both currency and military supplies, making the coin’s metal composition significant. This small silver five-cent piece was among the last of its kind before Canada transitioned to nickel coins in 1922.
Under Prime Minister Robert Borden, Canada pledged military support to Britain, leading to economic shifts and increased war spending. The Canadian 1914 Five Cent circulated as industries adjusted to wartime production. Its reverse design, with a wreath and crown, reinforced Canada’s imperial ties. The coin’s silver content highlighted Canada’s resource wealth, essential for funding the war effort. The Canadian 1914 Five Cent remains a historical artifact of Canada’s early wartime economy.