The Canadian 1918 Large Cent was minted in the final year of World War I, a time of significant political and social change. Prime Minister Robert Borden led Canada through the end of the war, and the 1918 Large Cent, featuring King George V’s portrait, continued circulating as Canada faced post-war economic challenges. The coin remained essential for daily transactions as Canada transitioned from a wartime economy to peacetime.
Socially, Canada’s return to peace led to shifts in population dynamics, as soldiers returned and the economy began to adjust. The 1918 Large Cent, with its bronze composition and maple wreath reverse, symbolized resilience during a period of recovery. As the coin remained in circulation, it reflected both the end of the war and the stabilization of Canadas economy and society after years of upheaval.