Commemorative issue

Supporting the War Effort

Canada 5 Cents {1944-1945} 8S

George VI

FEATURING

front: V for "Victory" and value

back: George VI 

Lettering: GEORGIVS VI D:G:REX ET IND:IMP:

translation: by the grace of God, the King and Emperor of India

To help promote the war effort, this new design consists of a central "V", meaning both victory and the facial value with the inscription "CENTS" underneath flanked by two maple leaves, on which is superimposed a torch, with on both sides a part of the year and above the inscription "CANADA". Around the rim is the Morse code message "We win when we work willingly".

• quantity 1

• demonetized {no longer in circulation} polished Chrome Plated Steel coin

• diameter: 21.2 mm 

• weight: 4.5 g

• shape: dodecagonal (12-sided)

• comes with a 24" stainless steel ball chain

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