2020 Canadian 5-Cent (Nickel) Value Guide
What is a 2020 Canadian nickel worth? Complete price guide covering the Beaver business strike, V-E Day Victory design, Specimen, and Silver/Gold collector issues — all values in CAD as of February 2026.
A circulated 2020 Canadian nickel (Beaver design, found in change) is worth $0.05 — face value. In certified gem condition (MS67–MS68), the same coin can reach $100–$150. Set-exclusive Victory design nickels are worth $10–$55 depending on whether they are steel or pure silver, and the ultra-rare First National Coinage Silver starts at $150+.
- Circulated Beaver (pocket change):$0.05 — face value only
- Uncirculated Beaver MS60–MS63:$0.25–$0.75
- Gem Beaver MS64–MS65:$2.00–$6.00
- Specimen Beaver — Ferret Set (SP65–SP67):$5.00–$10.00
- Victory Steel Proof (PR67–PR69):$10.00–$20.00
- Victory Silver Proof (PR67–PR69):$35.00–$55.00
- First National Coinage Silver — mintage 850 (PF69):$150.00+
- Alex Colville Gold Rabbit — 1/10 oz (trophy PF70):~$500–$600
Found a shiny nickel? If it shows a Beaver and came from your pocket, it is worth face value — a shiny surface does not mean high grade or silver. Is it silver? Almost certainly not: standard 2020 nickels are Multi-Ply Plated Steel and stick firmly to a magnet. If you have a Victory design (flaming torch + large "V") that does not stick to a magnet, that is the pure silver proof version worth $35–$55. All values in CAD as of February 2026. See full value chart →
The 2020 Canadian 5-cent coin is one of the most design-diverse nickel years in recent memory. While the familiar North American Beaver — designed by G.E. Kruger-Gray — continued circulating as always, the Royal Canadian Mint used the 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (V-E Day) as an occasion to revive the legendary 1943–1945 “Victory” nickel design by Thomas Shingles, strictly for non-circulating legal tender collector sets. The result is a year with one very common coin and several genuinely scarce ones. For pricing on other years of Canada’s five-cent denomination, see the Canadian Nickel Value Guide.
Note: Errors such as off-center strikes, clips, and wrong-planchet coins exist for 2020 but are outside the scope of this standard value guide.
2020 Canadian Nickel Composition & Specifications
The 2020 5-cent denomination spans four distinct metallurgical compositions depending on product type. Understanding these differences is essential — and a simple refrigerator magnet is your first diagnostic tool.
Weight is a key secondary diagnostic for 2020 5-cent coins. Steel standard: 3.95g; silver proof: 5.40g; gold Colville: 3.14g. The 50 mm bronze tribute (54.09g) is immediately identifiable by its large format. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coins)
1. Multi-Ply Plated Steel (MPPS) — Standard Circulation
The overwhelming majority of 2020 nickels — those found in pocket change, the Classic Uncirculated Set, and the Specimen (Black-footed Ferret) Set — are struck on the Royal Canadian Mint’s proprietary Multi-Ply Plated Steel planchets. The steel core makes the coin strongly magnetic: a standard refrigerator magnet will stick to it firmly. This is the definitive field test to distinguish a standard nickel from a precious-metal collector issue.
Melt value is negligible. The intrinsic worth of the steel, copper, and nickel content is well below the 5-cent face value. No metal-content investment case exists for standard 2020 nickels.
2. 99.99% Pure Silver — Proof Collector Issues
Found only in the 2020 Pure Silver Proof Set (75th Anniversary of V-E Day) and the Pure Silver 4-Coin First National Coinage Set, the silver proof is significantly heavier (5.40g vs. 3.95g) and non-magnetic. If a Victory-design nickel does not respond to a magnet, it is the silver version — worth considerably more than the steel proof. The silver content (approx. 0.1736 troy oz) provides a hard price floor. Note that the Canadian Currency Act prohibits the melting of coins of the realm, so this floor is a reference point rather than a practical option.
3. 99.99% Pure Gold — Alex Colville Tribute
The 1/10 oz Pure Gold Alex Colville Tribute is noticeably smaller (16 mm) than the standard 5-cent coin (21.2 mm). Its gold content alone constitutes the bulk of its value, making the melt component a primary driver of pricing alongside the numismatic premium for the tribute and Alex Colville connection.
4. Bronze — Victory Tribute (50 mm Large Format)
The 50 mm bronze Victory tribute is a large-format commemorative — more than twice the diameter of a standard nickel and nearly fourteen times heavier. Its primary value is collectible rather than metallic; the bronze content has negligible investment worth compared to the collector premium.
Magnetic Properties at a Glance
| Product / Composition | Magnetic? | Key Diagnostic |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Business Strike (Steel, MPPS) | ✅ Yes — sticks firmly | Standard circulation coin; 3.95g |
| Victory Steel Proof (Special Edition Proof Set) | ✅ Yes — sticks firmly | Set exclusive; mirror finish; 3.95g |
| Victory Silver Proof (Pure Silver Proof Set) | ❌ No — does not stick | 99.99% silver; heavier (5.40g) |
| First National Coinage Silver (Crossed Boughs) | ❌ No — does not stick | 99.99% silver; 5.40g; mintage 850 |
| Victory Bronze Tribute (50 mm) | ❌ No — does not stick | Large format; 54.09g; immediately distinctive |
| Colville Gold Rabbit (1/10 oz) | ❌ No — does not stick | Tiny (16 mm); 3.14g; gold colour |
2020 Canadian Nickel Value Chart by Design & Finish
The 2020 Beaver business strike value cliff: a circulated coin is worth 5¢, a Gem MS65 is worth $2–$6, and a condition-rarity MS67+ commands $100+. Steel plating makes top grades genuinely hard to achieve. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coin)
2020 Canadian Nickel — Beaver Business Strike (Circulation)
With a circulation mintage of 31,752,000, worn and average uncirculated Beaver nickels are plentiful and worth face value. Numismatic value only begins to emerge in high Mint State grades, where the steel plating process creates genuine condition rarity. The grade cliff falls sharply at MS65, and achieving MS67 or higher is statistically uncommon due to plating blisters and orange-peel texture.
| Design / Type | Circulated (G4–AU50) | MS60–MS63 | MS64–MS65 | MS68 (Trophy) | Mintage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver — Business Strike (Winnipeg) | $0.05 (Face Value) | $0.25–$0.75 | $2.00–$6.00 | ~$100–$150 | 31,752,000 |
Grades between MS60 and MS64 are often traded as curiosities or bulk lots. MS65 (Gem Uncirculated) is the first grade that attracts serious collector interest. The jump to MS66, MS67, and MS68 is exponential — these are population-rarity examples.
ℹ️ The Steel Coin Grading Challenge
Steel planchets wear dies faster than traditional cupronickel or bronze, and the multi-ply plating process can introduce microscopic blisters or an “orange peel” (bumpy, citrus-skin) texture even on fresh coins. When evaluating an uncirculated 2020 nickel, look for a smooth, liquid-like plated surface. Any bumpy texture, small bubbles, or delamination indicates a plating flaw that will cap the grade below MS67.
2020 Canadian Nickel — Beaver Collector Finishes
Three distinct collector finishes were issued for the Beaver design in 2020, each from a separate Royal Canadian Mint product.
| Finish / Source Set | Grade Range | Typical Value (CAD) | Set Mintage (Limit) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Uncirculated / Proof-Like — Classic Uncirculated Set | BU / PL | $1.00–$3.00 | 75,000 | Semi-mirror fields; from 6-coin set |
| Specimen (SP) — Black-footed Ferret Specimen Set | SP65–SP67 | $5.00–$10.00 | 25,000 | Lined/striated matte background — RCM’s signature Specimen finish |
The Specimen finish — exclusive to the Black-footed Ferret Set — is the most visually distinctive finish produced for the Beaver design in 2020. Its lined (striated) matte background is immediately distinguishable from the business strike’s cartwheel luster and the proof’s deep mirrors. The Specimen finish is the RCM’s hallmark collector production method.
⚠️ PL Set Contamination Risk
With 75,000 Classic Uncirculated Sets produced in 2020, many have been broken open and individual coins sold loose. A “shiny” 2020 nickel found without its original packaging is almost certainly a BU/PL coin from this set — not a rare high-grade business strike. Dealers commonly discount raw “uncirculated” 2020 nickels for exactly this reason. Confirm set origin before paying a premium for a loose coin.
2020 Canadian Nickel — Victory Design (Steel & Silver Proofs)
The Victory design was never released for general circulation. It exists exclusively in two collector sets commemorating the 75th Anniversary of V-E Day. The magnet test is the definitive way to determine which version you have (see the Identification Guide below).
| Design / Composition | Finish / Source Set | Grade Range | Typical Value (CAD) | Mintage (Set Limit) | Magnetic? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victory — Steel | Proof — Special Edition Silver Dollar Proof Set | PR67–PR69 | $10.00–$20.00 | 20,000 | ✅ Yes |
| Victory — 99.99% Pure Silver | Proof — Pure Silver Proof Set | PR67–PR69 | $35.00–$55.00 | 15,000 | ❌ No |
⚠️ Common Market Error: Steel Proof Mislabeled as Silver
The Victory Steel Proof is frequently and incorrectly described as “silver” by non-specialist sellers because it comes from a set with the word “Silver” in its name. In the “Special Edition Silver Dollar Proof Set,” only the dollar coin is struck in silver — all minor coins, including the nickel, are base-metal steel. The Silver Victory comes exclusively from the “Pure Silver Proof Set,” where every coin in the set is silver. Always apply the magnet test before purchasing a Victory nickel described as silver.
2020 Canadian Nickel — Special Tribute Issues (Bronze, Silver, Gold)
Three additional tribute products complete the 2020 5-cent numismatic program and represent the highest-value issues of the year. See the Notable Variants section for full identification details.
| Design / Composition | Finish | Typical Value (Raw) | Trophy Value (PF70) | Mintage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossed Boughs / First National Coinage — 99.99% Silver | Proof (Silver) | $150.00+ | ~$250.00+ | 850 |
| Victory — Bronze (50 mm) | Tribute / Specimen | $75.00–$100.00 | — | 8,000 |
| Alex Colville Rabbit — 99.99% Gold (1/10 oz) | Proof (Gold) | $400.00+ | ~$500–$600 | — |
Values in CAD represent typical market prices as of February 2026. Trophy values assume certification at PF70 by PCGS or NGC. For the complete denomination price guide, see our Canadian Nickel Value Guide.
Most Valuable 2020 Canadian Nickel Varieties
The four 2020 Canadian 5-cent reverse designs: standard Beaver (circulation, face value), Victory Torch & V (NCLT, $10–$55), Alex Colville Rabbit (gold, ~$400+), Crossed Maple Boughs / First National Coinage (silver, mintage 850, $150+). (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coins)
Unlike vintage coins where date rarity drives premiums, the 2020 nickel’s most valuable examples are defined by two factors: condition rarity (top-pop certified grades on steel planchets) and intentional production scarcity (controlled-mintage NCLT products). There are no traditional die varieties, bead variants, or date punching differences for the 2020 issue. The meaningful “varieties” are the distinct product types themselves.
A. Trophy-Level Examples (Not Typical Market Prices)
The following represent the highest-documented-value 2020 five-cent coins. These prices assume top-grade certification from PCGS or NGC and are not representative of raw coin values found in sets or rolls.
| Variant | Why It Commands a Premium | Grade Required | Estimated Trophy Value (CAD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Beaver Business Strike | Population scarcity — steel plating defects prevent most coins from reaching this grade level | PCGS / NGC MS68 | ~$100–$150 |
| 2020 Victory Silver Proof | Perfect grade on a silver proof; deep cameo contrast; limited mintage of 15,000 | NGC / PCGS PF70 Ultra Cameo | ~$120–$150 |
| 2020 First National Coinage Silver | Lowest mintage 5-cent of 2020 at only 850 pieces; pure silver; historic 1870 Crossed Boughs design | NGC / PCGS PF70 | ~$250.00+ |
| 2020 Colville Gold Rabbit | Gold content (1/10 oz) + perfect grade + tribute to Alex Colville’s iconic 1967 animal series | NGC / PCGS PF70 Ultra Cameo | ~$500–$600 |
B. Findable Varieties — What to Look For
The following variants can be identified in under 30 seconds without professional grading equipment. They represent genuine value opportunities hiding in inherited collections, broken sets, or — very occasionally — pocket change.
Close-up of the 2020 Victory nickel reverse: a flaming torch superimposed on the letter “V” — representing both Victory and the Roman numeral five. This tribute to Thomas Shingles’ 1943–1945 wartime design was strictly NCLT. Finding one in circulation means it was removed from a collector set.
| Variant | How to Identify in 30 Seconds | Why It’s Scarcer | Typical Raw Premium (CAD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victory Steel Proof | Magnetic + “V” design (flaming torch) + mirror-polished fields | Set exclusive; never in circulation; mintage 20,000 | ~$10–$15 |
| Victory Silver Proof | Non-magnetic + “V” design + mirror fields; weighs 5.40g vs. 3.95g for steel | Pure silver; lower mintage (15,000); precious metal price floor | ~$40–$50 |
| Specimen Beaver (Ferret Set) | Beaver design + lined / striated matte background — not cartwheel, not mirror | Unique RCM Specimen finish; mintage limited to 25,000 sets; niche wildlife theme | ~$5–$8 |
| First National Coinage — Crossed Boughs | Non-magnetic; Crossed Maple Boughs reverse (not Beaver); 5.40g weight | Lowest mintage of any 2020 nickel — only 850 pieces exist | ~$150+ |
| Alex Colville Gold Rabbit | Tiny (16 mm diameter); gold colour; hopping rabbit reverse; non-magnetic | 1/10 oz gold; tribute to Alex Colville’s legendary 1967 animal reverse series | ~$400+ |
Victory nickel in pocket change? Because the Victory design was strictly NCLT, any Victory 5-cent coin encountered “in the wild” was broken out of a collector set and accidentally or unknowingly spent. It is worth far more than face value — do not spend it.
ℹ️ No “W” Mint Mark on 2020 Nickels
While a “W” mint mark (Winnipeg) did appear on certain 2020 Silver Maple Leaf products to honour the Winnipeg Mint facility, standard 2020 5-cent circulation nickels do not bear a “W” mint mark. If a coin is described as a 2020 “W nickel,” verify the specific product — it is not from standard nickel production.
2020 Canadian Nickel Identification Guide
Use this 30-second checklist to identify exactly which 2020 5-cent coin you have — and what it’s worth.
2020 Canadian 5-cent: Susanna Blunt’s bare-head portrait of Queen Elizabeth II (obverse, left) and G.E. Kruger-Gray’s North American Beaver design (reverse, right). Both are standard on Canadian 5-cent coins from 2003–2022.
Step 1 — Confirm the Monarch (Obverse)
The obverse shows Queen Elizabeth II in Susanna Blunt’s Fourth Portrait (bare head, no crown, simple pearl necklace) — the standard portrait on Canadian coins from 2003 to 2022. The inscription reads ELIZABETH II D G REGINA with the date 2020 below the bust truncation. No mint mark appears on the obverse of standard circulation strikes.
Step 2 — Identify the Reverse Design (Critical First Step)
- North American Beaver on a rock / log in water: Standard design — proceed to Step 3.
- Flaming torch + large “V”: Victory design — NCLT only, never circulated. Proceed to Step 4 (magnet test).
- Hopping rabbit: Alex Colville Gold Tribute — 1/10 oz gold, 16 mm diameter. Value: ~$400+
- Crossed maple boughs / wreath: First National Coinage — pure silver, mintage 850. Value: ~$150+
Step 3 — Identify the Finish (Beaver Design Only)
Three finishes of the 2020 Canadian Beaver nickel: Business Strike (cartwheel luster, left), Classic Uncirculated BU/PL (semi-mirror fields, center), and Specimen (lined/striated matte background with brilliant relief, right). The Specimen finish is the RCM’s hallmark — immediately identifiable. (Illustration — not a photo of your exact coin)
- Rotating cartwheel luster, normal contact marks: Business Strike — $0.05 face value unless MS65+.
- Semi-mirror fields, was sealed in cellophane packaging: BU / Proof-Like from Classic Uncirculated Set — $1.00–$3.00.
- Lined (striated) matte background with brilliant raised relief: Specimen (SP) from the Black-footed Ferret Set — $5.00–$10.00. Tilt the coin under a light source and you will see fine parallel lines in the fields — this is the RCM’s Specimen method and is unique to this set.
Step 4 — The Magnet Test (Victory Design)
If you have the Victory design (flaming torch + V), apply a standard refrigerator magnet to the coin:
The definitive Victory nickel test: the 2020 Victory Steel Proof sticks to a magnet (left, ~$10–$20); the 2020 Victory Silver Proof falls away (right, ~$35–$55). This one test separates two coins that look nearly identical but differ significantly in value.
- Coin sticks to the magnet: Victory Steel Proof from the Special Edition Silver Dollar Proof Set — $10.00–$20.00.
- Coin does not stick: Victory Silver Proof (99.99% pure silver) from the Pure Silver Proof Set — $35.00–$55.00.
Remember: the “Special Edition Silver Dollar Proof Set” contains only a silver dollar — the nickel and other minor coins in that set are steel. The “Pure Silver Proof Set” contains all-silver coins, including the nickel.
Step 5 — Secondary Weight Check
If you have a precision scale accurate to 0.01g, weight provides a definitive second confirmation:
- 3.95g: Standard steel (Beaver business strike, Specimen, or Victory Steel Proof).
- 5.40g: Pure silver (Victory Silver Proof or First National Coinage Silver).
- 3.14g: Pure gold (Colville Gold Rabbit — also identifiable by its small 16 mm diameter).
- 54.09g: Bronze Victory tribute (50 mm format — unmistakably large and heavy).
Step 6 — Mint Marks
Standard 2020 5-cent circulation coins carry no mint mark. This is the norm for Canadian business strikes regardless of whether they were produced in Winnipeg or Ottawa. A “W” mint mark appeared on certain 2020 Silver Maple Leaf products but was not applied to 2020 nickels. No documented mint mark exists for any 2020 5-cent circulation or collector issue.
Step 7 — Grading Service Context
ICCS (International Coin Certification Service) is the domestic Canadian standard and the most liquid within Canada. PCGS and NGC are US-based services preferred for registry set competition; because the US market is larger and more competitive, a PCGS MS67 or MS68 on a 2020 nickel will often achieve a higher premium than an equivalent ICCS holder, driven by demand from American registry participants.
⚠️ Never Clean Your Coins
Wiping a Proof or Specimen coin — even with a soft cloth — leaves micro-scratches (hairlines) visible under magnification. A cleaned coin receives a “Details” (damaged) designation and loses all numismatic premium. For silver proofs, this typically reduces value to melt only. If a coin needs cleaning, use only a distilled water rinse or pure acetone soak — never rub the surface in any direction.
2020 Canadian Nickel Value FAQs
What is a 2020 Canadian nickel worth?
A circulated 2020 Canadian nickel (Beaver design) is worth its face value of $0.05. In uncirculated grades MS60–MS63, values reach $0.25–$0.75; Gem MS64–MS65 examples trade for $2.00–$6.00. Set-exclusive Victory design coins in steel proof grade PR67–PR69 are worth $10–$20, while the silver proof version commands $35–$55. The rarest standard-format 2020 nickel — the First National Coinage Silver with a mintage of only 850 — starts at $150+. All values in CAD as of February 2026.
Is a 2020 Canadian nickel rare?
The standard Beaver business strike is not rare: 31,752,000 were struck for circulation. However, the collector-set designs are genuinely scarce. The Victory Silver Proof had a mintage of 15,000, and the First National Coinage Silver is extreme rarity territory at just 850 pieces. Even the relatively accessible Specimen Beaver (Ferret Set) is limited to 25,000 — a fraction of the circulation mintage. Condition rarity at MS67–MS68 also creates effective scarcity for certified business strikes.
Is my 2020 Canadian nickel silver?
Most 2020 nickels are not silver — they are Multi-Ply Plated Steel and strongly magnetic. However, two 2020 5-cent products contain 99.99% pure silver: the Victory design from the Pure Silver Proof Set (mintage 15,000) and the Crossed Boughs design from the First National Coinage Set (mintage 850). Apply a magnet: if the coin sticks, it is steel. If it does not stick and weighs 5.40g rather than 3.95g, you likely have a silver proof issue. The standard Beaver design has no silver circulation version.
What is the Victory nickel, and why is it valuable?
The 2020 Victory nickel revives Thomas Shingles’ iconic 1943–1945 wartime design — a flaming torch set against the letter “V” (for Victory and the Roman numeral five). The Royal Canadian Mint issued it exclusively in collector sets to mark the 75th Anniversary of V-E Day and never released it into circulation. Its value comes from its set-exclusive status, its historical tribute significance, and — for the silver version — its precious metal content. The steel proof version is worth $10–$20; the silver proof version commands $35–$55.
What makes a 2020 Canadian nickel valuable?
For 2020 nickels, value is driven by three factors: (1) Composition and product type — silver and gold collector issues are worth multiples of their steel equivalents; (2) Design exclusivity — the Victory, Colville, and First National Coinage designs were never circulated and command premiums simply by existing outside of commerce; and (3) Certified grade — for business strikes, the grade cliff at MS65 and again at MS67/MS68 creates condition premiums of up to $100–$150 for a coin that otherwise costs five cents. Production mintage reinforces scarcity: the 850-piece First National Coinage set is the clearest example of enforced rarity driving value.
Should I get my 2020 Canadian nickel graded?
Grading makes economic sense only when the coin’s certified value significantly exceeds certification costs. For 2020 business strikes, grading fees exceed the coin’s value at MS60–MS64; the math only becomes favourable at MS65+ (worth $2–$6 raw, potentially more certified). At MS67–MS68 the case is clearly positive. For Victory Silver Proofs and First National Coinage coins, certification by PCGS or NGC protects against the hairline/cleaning risk and is generally worthwhile given values in the $35–$250+ range. ICCS is the domestic Canadian standard and most liquid within Canada; PCGS and NGC attract US registry-set premiums for top-pop holders according to the PCGS Population Report for Canadian Coins.
What is the difference between a Proof, a Specimen, and a Business Strike?
These are intentional finish categories, not errors. A Business Strike is struck at high speed for commerce — it exhibits cartwheel luster and may show handling marks. A Specimen (SP) uses specially prepared dies to create a lined (striated) matte background with brilliant raised relief — the RCM’s signature collector finish, exclusive in 2020 to the Black-footed Ferret Set. A Proof (PR) is struck multiple times with polished dies on polished planchets, creating deep mirror fields with frosted cameo devices. For 2020, Proof finishes exist in both steel (Victory Steel Proof) and pure silver (Victory Silver Proof and First National Coinage Silver).
How do I tell the Victory Steel Proof from the Victory Silver Proof?
The magnet test is definitive: the Steel Proof sticks to a magnet; the Silver Proof does not. A secondary confirmation is weight: steel proofs weigh 3.95g and silver proofs weigh 5.40g. The steel version comes from the “Special Edition Silver Dollar Proof Set” — where only the dollar is silver and all minor coins including the nickel are steel. The silver version comes from the “Pure Silver Proof Set” — where all coins are silver. The price difference is significant: steel at $10–$20 versus silver at $35–$55.
Why is the First National Coinage 5-cent so valuable?
The 2020 First National Coinage Set had a total mintage of only 850 sets — the lowest of any 2020 5-cent product. Every coin in the set is struck in 99.99% pure silver, and the 5-cent piece features a recreation of the original 1870 Crossed Maple Boughs design rather than the familiar Beaver. The combination of extreme production rarity (only 850 exist), precious metal composition, and a historically significant pre-standard design makes this the most collectible standard-format 5-cent coin in the 2020 numismatic program. Raw examples start at $150+; certified PF70 examples are estimated at $250+.
Methodology & Sources
Values in this guide reflect typical retail and secondary market prices as of February 2026, synthesized from the following primary sources:
- Royal Canadian Mint — Official 5-Cent Circulation Page: Mintage data, specifications, and metallurgical details.
- Coins and Canada — 5 Cents 2003–2023 Price Guide: Retail price trends and collector set values.
- PCGS Population Report — Canadian Coins: Census data informing condition rarity analysis.
- Numista — Canada 5 Cents Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; magnetic): Technical specification cross-reference.
- Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Coins: Definitive reference for variety attribution and base values.
- Heritage Auctions and Geoffrey Bell Auctions: Realized prices from auction archives used to establish market value ranges.
All values are in Canadian Dollars (CAD) and represent typical market prices, not guarantees. The coin market is dynamic; always verify against current dealer price lists and recent auction results before buying or selling. This guide covers intended issues and standard NCLT products only — manufacturing errors are outside its scope.
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